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Shoots
10 Dec, 2025
Full time
Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5
£29,000 - £31,000 yearly
Shoots Chichester, UK
Level 5 Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - The Little Blue Door Chichester  Shoots Training are currently recruiting for a passionate, reliable and enthusiastic individual to join The Little Blue Door Nursery as a Level 5 Childcare Apprentice at their Chichester setting as a Room Leader.  Little Blue Door is a vibrant, forward-thinking and imaginative growing business with nursery schools in Chichester and Westhampnett. Now is a great time to come and join and start / continue your childcare career with us and be part of our dynamic team! We provide nurturing and high-quality childcare across both nurseries from 3 months to 5 years across 4 x separate rooms, each tailored to the age of the children. Our ethos of 'developing little minds' is at the heart of everything we do - from our high-quality facilities and outdoor garden that everyone can enjoy, home cooked food, varied activities (including weekly Forest School, active week’s and regular exciting day...
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Shoots Sales
Room Leader/Team Leader Apprentice
Childbase Partnership
10 Mar, 2026
Full time
Nursery Team Leader
£33,150 - £36,837 yearly
Childbase Partnership Winchester, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Team Leader (room-based). Location:  West Downs Day Nursery | Winchester | SO22 5HT (on the Student Village site of the University of Winchester). Contract:  Permanent | 37.5-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts on a rota between 07:30am-18:30pm Monday-Friday | Choose a 4 or 5 day week. Salary:  £33,150.20-£36,836.80 per annum (pro-rata) | £15.94-£17.71 per hour.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave:   23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:   Up to a further 20 paid days...
Nursery Name:
West Downs Day Nursery
Room Leader/Team Leader
Childbase Partnership
10 Mar, 2026
Full time
Nursery Team Leader
£33,150 - £36,837 yearly
Childbase Partnership Winchester, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Team Leader (room-based) | 3-5 year olds. Location:  Maples Day Nursery | Winchester | SO22 6RT. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30. Salary:  £33,150.20-£36,836.80 per annum (pro-rata) | £15.94-£17.71 per hour.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave:   23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:   Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the...
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Maples Day Nursery
Room Leader/Team Leader
Ethos Education
06 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery Room Leader
£26,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Reading, UK
We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking Nursery Room Leader to join this friendly and welcoming nursery in Reading!    Every member of staff is valued at this nursery, and as a Room Leader you will be a vital part of the team, committed to delivering excellence in Early Years care and education.  This nursery places strong emphasis on STEM education, integrating science, technology, engineering, and maths into play and adult-initiated activities, and is a great place to further your career and progress!   As a Nursery Room Leader, you will be working full-time, and we offer a competitive salary of up to £30k per annum. This is a permanent position to start ASAP. Supported by a caring and motivating leadership team, you will receive regular pay rises, free uniform, and bonuses paid throughout the year!    The other benefits of working at this nursery as a Room Leader include:  Career progression and development, with further training and qualifications paid for  28...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Room Leader/Team Leader
Katey’s House LTD
08 Sep, 2025
Full time
Room Leader
£15.00 hourly
Katey’s House LTD Teddington, UK
Position: Room Leader  About Us We are proud to be part of the newly formed Chalk Nursery Group , a passionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality early education and care. At _______________, we offer exceptional learning environments for children aged 3 months to 5 years, thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Our settings are known for their warmth, strong community feel, and commitment to nurturing every child — and every team member. Our Katey’s Teddington nursery is a warm and inspiring space, featuring handcrafted equipment, plenty of natural light, and a unique central piazza that encourages community and belonging. Children enjoy sensory-rich experiences—from outdoor dining to daily adventures in local green spaces—designed to promote confidence, resilience, and joyful learning. The nursery is easily accessible, nestled between Hampton Wick and Teddington, with strong transport links and a friendly...
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Katey's Nursery & Pre-School Teddington
Room Leader/Team Leader
Ethos Education
23 Oct, 2025
Full time
Nursery Room Leader
£26,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Twickenham, UK
We are looking for a dedicated Nursery Room Leader to join this friendly and welcoming nursery in Twickenham. If you have experience as a Room Leader or are looking to progress and further your early years career, this could be the role for you!   As a Nursery Room Leader, you will be working full-time, and we offer a competitive salary of up to £30k per annum. This is a permanent position to start ASAP. Supported by a caring and motivating leadership team, you will receive regular pay rises, free uniform, and bonuses paid throughout the year!    The other benefits of working at this nursery as a Room Leader include:  Career progression and development, with further training and qualifications paid for  Good holiday scheme Sociable team with regular team events Bonuses paid throughout the year Regular pay rises Pension scheme Focus on staff wellbeing Cares about the local community, and has a Community Hub Working closely with like-minded staff, as a Room...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Room Leader/Team Leader
Katey’s House LTD
16 Dec, 2025
Full time
Room Leader
£15.00 hourly
Katey’s House LTD Ham, Richmond
We are proud to be part of the newly formed and growing  Chalk Nursery Group , a passionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality early education and care. At Katey's Ham, we offer exceptional learning environments for children aged 3 months to 5 years, thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Our settings are known for their warmth, strong community feel, and commitment to nurturing every child — and every team member. Katey’s Ham  offers a unique balance of indoor learning and outdoor adventure across five acres of fields, astro-turf, and playgrounds. Our approach blends structured learning with free exploration in nature, boosting focus, creativity, and problem-solving skills. This is a setting where the outdoors is an extension of the classroom, and children grow in confidence every day. The nursery is a 48-place setting situated by the river, offering a peaceful, spacious environment within reach of surrounding communities About...
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Katey's Nursery & Pre-school - Ham
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Kinderland Day Nursery Ltd
12 Mar, 2026
Full time
Room Leader
£38,270 yearly
Kinderland Day Nursery Ltd South Croydon, UK
--- Family run! ·· Supportive Management and team! ·· 50% Employee Discount! ·· CPD opportunities and Salary Reviews! ·· Lots of training opportunities! ·· Staff Member of the term £200 voucher opportunity! ·· Room of the term £25 voucher! ··· 31 days holiday (increases with service, up to 36 days) ·· Wellbeing Support --- Kinderland is growing!! We’re looking fantastic Room Leaders/Senior Early Years Practitioner to join our lovely team! We are seeking dynamic leaders with a genuine passion for guiding their room and creating the best opportunities for children. Kinderland Day Nurseries are a family-run establishment that has been offering high-quality childcare in Croydon since 1995. Our sister day nursery is opening January 2025!! At Kinderland we create an environment where children are happy, engaged, safe, and healthy. While we have two wonderful buildings and excellent resources, we firmly believe that our staff are our greatest asset and have the most significant...
Nursery Name:
Kinderland South Croydon
Room Leader/Team Leader
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader (Baby Room)
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Hanwell, London W7, UK
Nursery Room Leader (Baby Room) We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years Room Manager?  Join our well-established team in Hanwell and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.  Position: Room Manager Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: £29,120 to £30,680 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Hanwell setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community operating from an active Children’s Centre. Thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come to life. The ongoing development of the...
Nursery Name:
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery Room Leader (Pre-school)
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Hanwell, London W7, UK
Nursery Room Leader (Pre-School) We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years room manager?  Join our well-established team in Hanwell and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.    Position: Room Manager Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary: £29,120 to £30,680 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and nine beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Hanwell setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community operating from an active Children’s Centre. Thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come...
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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
17 Oct, 2025
Full time
Nursery Room Leader (Baby Room)
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Hanwell, London W7, UK
Nursery Room Leader We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years room manager?  Join our well-established team in Hanwell and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.    Position: Room Manager Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary: £29,120 to £30,680 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and nine beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Hanwell setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community operating from an active Children’s Centre. Thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come to life....
Nursery Name:
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Atlas Staffing UK
14 Jan, 2026
Full time
Level 3 Qualified Baby Room Leader
£14.00 - £14.50 hourly
Atlas Staffing UK W7 - Ealing
About the Role Your Responsibilities Curriculum Excellence: Design and implement a broad, balanced curriculum that meets the unique interests of every child in your room. Staff Management: Direct the daily workflow of your team, ensuring tasks are delegated fairly and everyone remains engaged. Observation & Assessment: Oversee the "Key Person" system within your room, ensuring all learning journals are up-to-date and accurate. Behavior Modeling: Use positive reinforcement strategies to manage behavior and support children's social and emotional development. Compliance: Ensure the room meets all OFSTED requirements, including health and safety checks and risk assessments. Requirements Key Requirements We are looking for a practitioner who is as organized as they are creative. Qualifications: Level 3 Childcare qualification (or higher) is essential. Experience: At least 2 years of experience in an Early Years setting, with a track record of delivering...
Nursery Name:
Atlas Staffing UK
Room Leader/Team Leader
CR
02 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Manager
£30,000 - £32,000 yearly
Connected Recruitment Chiswick, London, UK
Become a Valued Room Manager Role: Nursery Room Manager Location: Chiswick W4 Hours: 40 hours per week Flexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day week Salary: £30000-£32000 Qualification: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent Why join our client's Family? You are an amazing Early Years Educator who has previous experience of being a Room Leader - managing a small team and planning activities for your room. Our Client believes that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why they strive to offer their staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. they offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours) including in exciting disciplines such as Forest School Leadership and Montessori so you have career opportunities across their eight nurseries. Flexi Working Time off work is important to keep to you fresh, enthusiastic and raring to go. This is why our client have introduced the...
Nursery Name:
Buttercups Day Nursery
Room Leader/Team Leader
CR
02 Feb, 2026
Full time
Room Leader
£30,000 - £32,000 yearly
Connected Recruitment Chiswick, London, UK
Become a Valued Room Manager Role: Nursery Room Manager Location: Chiswick W4 Hours: 40 hours per week Flexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day week Salary: £30000-£32000 Qualification: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent Why join our client's Family? You are an amazing Early Years Educator who has previous experience of being a Room Leader - managing a small team and planning activities for your room. Our Client believes that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why they strive to offer their staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. they offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours) including in exciting disciplines such as Forest School Leadership and Montessori so you have career opportunities across their eight nurseries. Flexi Working Time off work is important to keep to you fresh, enthusiastic and raring to go. This is why our client have introduced...
Nursery Name:
Buttercups Day Nursery
Room Leader/Team Leader
Childbase Partnership
10 Mar, 2026
Full time
Nursery Team Leader
£31,928 - £34,382 yearly
Childbase Partnership Swindon, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Team Leader (room-based) |  Potential for you to choose which age group you are based with. Location:  Windmill Hill Day Nursery | Swindon | SN5 6NX (on Windmill Hill Business Park). Contract:  Permanent | 32-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts between 07:30-18:30 | Choose 32, 36 or 40 hours over 4 days, or 40 hours over 5 days. Salary:  £31,928-£34,382.40 per annum (pro-rata) | £15.35-£16.53 per hour.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave:   23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays....
Nursery Name:
Windmill Hill Day Nursery
Room Leader/Team Leader
Ethos Education
30 Jan, 2026
Full time
Toddler Room Leader
£29,000 - £31,000 yearly
Ethos Education Fulham, London, UK
We are looking for a dedicated Toddler Room Leader to join this friendly and welcoming nursery in Fulham, West London! You will be Room Leader working in the toddler room, which has 12 children and 2 members of staff, and you will also be Third in Charge for the nursery. There is the potential to progress to Deputy Manager down the line, so this is a great opportunity for an experienced Room Leader looking for a step up in their early years career. As a Toddler Room Leader, you will be working full-time (7:45am-6:30pm, 4 days per week ), and we offer a competitive salary of up to £31k per annum. This is a permanent position to start ASAP. Supported by a caring and motivating leadership team, you will receive regular pay rises, free uniform, and bonuses paid throughout the year! The other benefits of working at this nursery as a Room Leader include: Welcoming team and very supportive management Newly refurbished nursery Small class sizes Pension scheme Staff...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Room Leader/Team Leader
Ethos Education
07 May, 2025
Full time
Room Leader
£31,000 yearly
Ethos Education Forest Hill, London, UK
Nursery Room Leader - Immediate Start Supportive, Career-Focused Setting Are you an experienced Early Years Educator ready to take the next step in your career? This warm and welcoming nursery is looking for a passionate Room Leader to join their team as soon as possible. If you’re ready to lead a room with confidence and creativity—and want to grow in a setting that truly values its staff—this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The nursery prides itself on its supportive leadership team, clear progression pathways, and commitment to staff well-being. You’ll benefit from funded training, regular pay reviews, and a collaborative environment where your ideas and experience are genuinely valued. This is a full-time role, and the successful Room Leader will have a strong background in Early Years education, with the ability to inspire their team and create a nurturing, stimulating environment for young children to thrive. Ready to take that next step? Apply now...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Room Leader/Team Leader
Ethos Education
26 Nov, 2025
Full time
Toddler Room Leader
£29,000 - £34,000 yearly
Ethos Education Vauxhall, London, UK
We are looking for a dedicated and experience Room Leader to work in the Toddler Room at this lovely nursery in Vauxhall. This is a permanent and full time Room Leader position to work Monday-Friday, 40-45 hours per week.  As a Toddler Room Leader, you will be leading a team of Early Years Practitioners within the room, as well as working with your own key children to support their development, observing and keeping reports of their progress.  Your responsibilities will also include planning exciting and engaging activities, ensuring safeguarding procedures are always followed in the room, and building strong relationships with colleagues and parents/carers. This nursery has a focus on hands-on, self-directed, collaborative play to help children develop and grow, so you will also be encouraging child-led play! This nursery offers many benefits, including: Competitive salary Loyalty bonus (after 1 year) Performance related bonus (after probation) Up to 6 weeks holidays...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Room Leader/Team Leader
Forest Nursery
04 Apr, 2025
Full time
Room Manager
£12.50 - £13.00 hourly
Forest Nursery Chippenham, UK
🌟 Preschool Room Leader – Join Our Growing Nursery Team! 🌟   Are you a passionate Early Years professional with leadership experience looking to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a Preschool Room Leader to join our warm, welcoming, and thriving nursery! 🧸 About the Role: As our Preschool Room Leader, you will play a vital role in shaping the learning journeys of our 3–5-year-olds. You’ll lead a dedicated team, plan engaging activities, and ensure the highest standards of care and education are consistently delivered. ✅ What We’re Looking For: Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) At least 1 year experience in a room leader or supervisory role A relevant Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above) Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and child development A positive, proactive attitude and excellent leadership skills   Benefits...
Nursery Name:
Forest Nursery
Room Leader/Team Leader
Ethos Education
06 Oct, 2025
Full time
Outdoor Nursery Lead
£27,000 - £32,000 yearly
Ethos Education Peckham, London, UK
We are looking for an Outdoor Lead or Forest School Teacher to join the team at this vibrant nursery in Peckham. This is a permanent and full time position for a passionate and energetic individual to join a wonderful team and make a difference to children's lives! As an Outdoor Nursery Lead, you will be inspiring children to develop a love of the outdoors and nature from a young age. 'Outdoorsy' is one of the core values at this nursery, with a safe outdoor space that allows free flow as well as an Urban Nature Trail (the nursery's version of Forest School). This nursery really wants every child to spend as much time outdoors as possible. Some of your roles and responsibilities as an Outdoor Lead will include: Overseeing the running of outdoor activities and sessions, including the Urban Nature Trail Observing and assessing children's progress and development Leading and supporting a team, working collaboratively with them Planning and delivering stimulating and...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Room Leader/Team Leader
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