48 lead educator jobs found in London

A wonderful and welcoming nursery in Edmonton is now looking for a passionate and caring Early Years Educator who holds a Level 3 (minimum) qualification in Early Years or Childcare to join the team!    This nursery is a great place for any Early Years Educator looking to further their early years career, with ongoing training provided throughout the year, and is a lovely setting with bright and well-equipped rooms that each open out onto their own garden for extended learning and play. There are also regular days out to local parks and farms!    Working as an Early Years Educator is very rewarding - you are making a difference to children's lives and early development, and you will see how they grow whilst in your care and preparing them for the next stage of their education. This nursery aims to prioritise children's individual and specific needs through a tailored curriculum that enables every child to progress towards the Early Learning Goals.    Benefits of working here...

**Great opportunity for an Early Years Educator in SW London**       A welcoming and bright nursery in Wimbledon has a new opportunity for an Early Years Educator to start a new role with an immediate start!           Located in Wimbledon, there are plenty of public transport links including bus routes and tubes, as well as access to parking and a cycle to work scheme offered, making it an ideal location. The nursery has its own enclosed garden play area with areas for extended outdoor learning, and inside there are subject specific stations and a sensory room.        As an Early Years Educator you will be supported by a friendly and caring management team who value every member of staff, shown through bonuses paid throughout the year and the encouragement and support they provide for development and growth within your career. There are plenty of opportunities for career development and access to further training.       It is essential that you hold a relevant qualification in...

A diverse and friendly nursery in Notting Hill is now looking for a caring and passionate Level 3 Early Years Educator to join the dedicated team of staff, to start as soon as possible.       It is essential that you hold at least a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and previous experience in a nursery setting is preferred for this Early Years Educator position.    As an Early Years Educator, you will:       Assist children with their early reading and literacy and early maths skills development   Create an environment that is language rich and and supportive   Have good knowledge of early childhood development   Lead and encourage interactive play and learning sessions, following the EYFS curriculum  Support personal, social and emotional development   Encourage child led activities that are stimulating for their imagination and creativity   Carry out observations and assess key children's progress Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed...

**Great opportunity for an Early Years Educator in NW London**       A welcoming and bright nursery in Hampstead has a new opportunity for an Early Years Educator to start a new role with an immediate start!           Located in Hampstead, there are plenty of public transport links including bus routes and tubes, as well as the nursery offering a cycle to work scheme, making it an ideal location. The nursery has its own enclosed garden play area with areas for extended outdoor learning, and inside there are subject specific stations and a sensory room.        As an Early Years Educator you will be supported by a friendly and caring management team who value every member of staff, shown through bonuses paid throughout the year and the encouragement and support they provide for development and growth within your career. There are plenty of opportunities for career development and access to further training.       Working full time Monday-Friday in a permanent role, it is essential...

Early Years Educator - ASAP Start     Are you an Early Years Educator looking to further your career in a nursery that offers fully funded training and qualifications? This nursery in Wimbledon is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join the team as a permanent member of staff, starting ASAP!    This is a wonderful nursery with a supportive management team who have a real focus on staff wellbeing. Benefits of working here include: Bonuses throughout the year 28 days of holiday, plus extra for each year of service Pension scheme Regular pay rises Staff discount Free parking Free lunches Team events Cycle to work scheme There are excellent career development opportunities, and as an Early Years Educator you will have the chance to progress to other roles such as Room Lead. Previous experience working in a nursery and a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare are essential for this role. Salary would be from £24k-£28k per annum....

At  MRN , we are passionate about early childhood education, creating a loving space where every child and educator thrives. We are now hiring a  Nursery Practitioner  to join our friendly team at our  Docklands nursery . If you are an experienced practitioner looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! What We Offer You: Competitive salary : £23,795 - £27,500 per year Career growth opportunities , including mentoring and leadership training 31 days of annual leave , including 3 bonus days over Christmas (based on performance) Fully funded professional development , including paid time off for training Childcare discount  and free daily meals Pension scheme  and well-being programs Employee referral bonus : Earn £400 for each successful referral Social events  such as summer BBQs and festive parties Your Role at MRN: Lead engaging play and learning activities  that align with the EYFS framework. Support...

We have an exciting opportunity for motivated and capable individuals to join us as a Manager in Training.  We have positions available, in the following London-based settings: Ark Start St Clement, 95 Princedale Road, London W11 4NS Ark Start John Archer, Plough Terrace, Clapham Junction, London SW11 2AA Ark Start Oval, 43 Cross Road, Croydon, CR0 6TE Ark Start John Keats, Bell Ln, Enfield EN3 5PA This role is designed to develop future Ark Start nursery managers through a structured training and development programme. The manager in training programme is an enhanced educational programme within Ark Start which offers a unique opportunity to build a career in early years education while making a tangible difference in children’s lives. The role combines hands-on responsibilities, leadership development, and extensive training, designed to equip a candidate with the skills to eventually manage and open their own Ark Start nursery. This role blends...

Ark Start is seeking an Area Manager to lead a group of nurseries, champion high-quality early years practice, and help shape the future of our growing nursery network. This is a rewarding leadership role for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on support and is committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for children, families, and staff. As an Area Manager, you will provide leadership and operational oversight across a region of Ark Start nurseries, supporting Nursery Managers to deliver exceptional care and education. You will build strong relationships with leaders and teams, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement while ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, compliance, and educational provision. You will also take ownership of a specialist area of expertise, such as assessment, curriculum, or staff training and development, leading innovation and continuous improvement across the wider organisation. The successful...

Job Overview The role of the Nursery Manager is to provide professional leadership and management of the nursery and its staff, and to successfully manage the day to day running of the nursery and deliver high quality standards of care and education for all children. Aims • Comply with all regulatory requirements. • Provide high standards of care and education • Support all nursery staff in their roles. • Acquire and maintain positive working partnerships with staff, parents and carers. • Sustain targets for revenue and costs. Key Responsibilities • Adhere to all company policies and procedures. • Ensure that all company policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff • Promote a high standard of quality within the nursery, including practice, environment and resources to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage • Ensure appropriate planning and assessment is in place and is accurately maintained by all staff •...

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic, experienced Nursery Room Leader. The person we are looking for should be able to lead and coordinate groups of people well. This person should also be able to plan meaningful and fun age appropriate activities for children. The role will be to help ensure all children receive high quality care, are kept safe and are provided with stimulating play experiences, which meet their individual needs within the rooms. About you A motivated people person, team player and a willing learner An strong leader, with Room Leader experience Solution focused & and committed to improve where possible Strong Knowledge of EYFS curriculum and developmental tracking Excellent spoken and written English as well as a strong communicator Reliable, honest and a person who conducts themselves with integrity Relevant Early Years Qualification, Level 3 Fun with a sense of humor A desire to progress within the...

Early Years Practitioner roles - Permanent & Full Time - Dulwich, South London We are looking for dedicated and caring Early Years Practitioners to join the team at this wonderful nursery in Dulwich. This nursery is a great place to work, aiming to provide a nurturing environment and the highest quality of learning and care, and ensuring all children are educationally stimulated, healthy, safe and happy. As an Early Years Practitioner, you'd be supported by a lovely management team who truly care about every member of staff, and many benefits are offered which include:  Further training fully funded  Good pension scheme  Bonus schemes Competitive salary with regular pay rises  Discounted childcare Regular team social events  Recognition initiatives  Good holiday scheme It is essential that you hold a full and relevant Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and that you have experience working in an early years or childcare...

Early Years Educator role to start ASAP at a vibrant nursery in Putney   We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Early Years Educator to join the friendly team at this nursery in Putney, SW London.    This is a permanent Early Years Educator role to work full time, 40 hours a week. Salary from £24k to £30k per annum.    This nursery is a wonderful place to work, with the aim to provide a happy, safe and stimulating environment for every child. With opportunities for career progression and training, it's a great place for any Early Years Educator looking to further their career.     You will be planning and leading activities, as well as encouraging child-led play, both inside and in the sensory space within the private garden! Some of your other responsibilities as an Early Years Educator will include observations, supervising meal and nap times, assisting on days out in the local community, supporting learning and development, and personal care and feeding.     It is...

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Early Years Nursery Practitioner to join the lovely team at this nursery in Tooting.    This nursery is a wonderful place to work, with the aim to provide a happy, safe and stimulating environment for every child. With opportunities for career progression and training, it's a great place for any Nursery Practitioner looking to further their early years career.    You will be planning and leading activities, as well as encouraging child-led play, both inside and in the sensory space within the private garden! Some of your other responsibilities as an Early Years Nursery Practitioner will include observations, supervising meal and nap times, assisting on days out in the local community, supporting learning and development, and personal care and feeding.    It is essential for this Nursery Practitioner role that you at minimum hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and have previous experience within a nursery or early...

Woodentops has been part of south-west London family life for nearly 40 years. Family-run and proudly independent, our three nurseries are part of the White House Family, which has been educating children in south-west London for generations. The same commitment to kindness, resilience and the development of confident, independent young people that defines the White House Preparatory School runs through everything we do at Woodentops — because we believe that the habits of a lifetime are built in the earliest years. We are looking for an experienced, Level 3-qualified Room Leader ready to take real ownership of a room: shaping the environment, leading a small team of early years teachers, and being the person families trust to know their child inside out. This is a role with genuine responsibility, genuine support — and a salary that reflects both. WHAT YOU’LL DO • Lead the day-to-day running of your room, maintaining the high standards of learning and care that Woodentops is...

Woodentops has been part of south-west London family life for nearly 40 years. Family-run and proudly independent, our three nurseries are part of the White House Family, which has been educating children in south-west London for generations. The same commitment to kindness, resilience and the development of confident, independent young people that defines the White House Preparatory School runs through everything we do at Woodentops — because we believe that the habits of a lifetime are built in the earliest years. We are looking for a passionate, qualified Early Years Teacher to join our dedicated team. If you believe in the transformative power of the earliest years, and you want to work somewhere that invests seriously in its people and curriculum, we’d love to hear from you. WHAT YOU’LL DO • Deliver our story-led curriculum with creativity and purpose, drawing on your knowledge of how young children learn best • Act as key person, building warm and trusting relationships...

Are you a dedicated Early Years Practitioner looking for your next exciting opportunity?          We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join the team at this wonderful nursery located in Hammersmith.   Salary would be £24k-£28k per annum for this full time role working 40 hours per week, and this is a permanent position.       This is a lovely nursery that has a family-feel atmosphere and acts as a home away from home for children, with dedicated rooms, sensory play areas and a private outdoor garden, making it a great place for any passionate Early Years Practitioner to work and grow in their career!    Benefits:    Supportive management team and colleagues within a collaborative environment Further training fully funded Many career progression opportunities  Bonuses paid throughout the year, and regular pay rises  Staff wellbeing is important  Good holiday scheme Good pension scheme  Free staff parking, cycle to work...

We are looking for a Room Leader to join the team in the Toddler Room at this lovely nursery in Vauxhall. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Room Leader or an Early Years Practitioner looking to make the next steps in their early years career. This is a permanent role to work full time (36-40 hours per week) with a salary of up to £34k per annum. As a Toddler Room Leader, you will: Lead a team of practitioners within the Toddler Room Be a key person to a small group of children and build positive relationships with their families Plan and create engaging and age-appropriate activities Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times Help prepare toddlers for the transition into the Preschool Room Observe, assess and report on children's growth and progress, ensuring they reach their developmental targets It is essential for this role that you hold a full and relevant Level 3 (or equivalent/higher) qualification in Early Years or...

Looking to further your Early Years Career? Look no further! We are currently looking for a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to start ASAP at this lovely nursery in Acton, West London. This is a permanent role to work full time, Monday-Friday, and as an Early Years Practitioner you will be supported by a management team who truly cares about every member of staff, with a real focus on staff wellbeing. Benefits also include career progression, fully funded further training, team social events, discounted childcare, and a competitive salary with regular pay rises. As an Early Years Practitioner you will be a key worker, observing your key children's progress and development and planning next steps. You will plan and lead activities and supervise learning through play, and it is important that you have strong communication skills as you will liaise with parents and carers to discuss their child's progress. It is essential that you hold at least a Level 3 qualification...

Excellent opportunity for a hardworking Early Years Nursery Practitioner in Woolwich - permanent position to start ASAP at this warm and welcoming nursery.    With career development and progression opportunities, including Room Lead roles, this is a great place to work for any Nursery Practitioner looking to take the next steps in their early years career!     Benefits include:  Further training and qualifications, funded by the nursery  28 days holiday, plus extra for each year of service and your birthday off  Cycle to work scheme Supportive management  Focus on wellbeing  Staff discount on childcare  Bonuses throughout the year  Regular pay rises  Sociable team - with regular team building activities and social events  This is a full time and permanent role to work Monday-Friday, and as an Early Years Nursery Practitioner it is essential that you hold a relevant Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years or Childcare and have...

Recruiting for Nursery Educators- Join Our Award-Winning Team!   Location: Mill Hill Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week Salary: Up to £29,200 per annum + additional pay based on qualifications Contract: Year-round role (50 weeks per year)   We’re looking for a passionate Nursery Educator to join our exceptional team! At Bright Little Stars, we put our staff first, offering generous bonuses twice a year, career progression opportunities, and support for further study. This full-time role involves working with children aged 6 months to 4 years in our beautifully designed Mill Hill setting, where you’ll act as a key person, building meaningful bonds and supporting their early development. Our modern, self-contained classrooms include a free-flow outdoor garden, dedicated changing/toileting areas, a separate eating space, and state-of-the-art technology for both staff and children. If you’re ready to take the next step in your early years career, apply today and...