At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a team to provide exceptional care and education for children aged 3 months to 3 years.
- Company: Join Bright Horizons, a nursery driven by HEART principles: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
- Benefits: Earn from £32,864, enjoy 50% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and 20 days annual leave.
- Other info: Dynamic nursery with opportunities for professional development and a commitment to inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in an Early Years setting required.
The predicted salary is between 32864 - 32864 £ per year.
Nursery – Bright Horizons Maythorne Cottages Day Nursery and Preschool
Job Type – Maternity Cover – August 2026-August 2027
Salary – From £32,864 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)
Location – Hither Green, London
Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: "I did that."
We’re looking for a Room Leader to join our Maythorne Cottages Nursery, situated in Hither Green, London. This is a maternity cover position in our 2-3 room from August 2026 – August 2027 with the opportunity for continued employment.
Maythorne Cottages is a beautiful nursery located in the heart of Hither Green, we are steps away from Hither Green station and have great links to London Bridge, Lewisham and Kent areas. Our nursery takes children aged 3 months - 3 years and we work in strong partnership with Beacon Road Nursery which is our pre-school unit. We thrive to provide quality childcare and education consistently with all age groups. The nursery consists of 4 rooms, with 2 great outdoor spaces.
Our Benefits
- From £32,864 per annum
- Childcare discount of 50% for first child
- Enhanced parental leave
- 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure
- Ability to also purchase additional leave*
- Pension
- Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
- Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach
- Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days
The Role
As a Room Leader, you will lead, mentor, support, and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education, to help all children within the room to develop and meet their individual milestones. You will promote and ensure child welfare, health and safety, and safeguarding, and maintain strong partnerships with colleagues, parents, and other professionals to meet each child’s needs.
What We’re Looking For
- Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
- Previous experience working within an Early Years setting – ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator or similar
- Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments
- Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children
- Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/carers
- Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.
Room Leader - MAT Cover in St. Day employer: Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Bright Horizons Wokingham Day Nursery and Pre School is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture driven by our HEART principles. With generous benefits such as childcare discounts, enhanced parental leave, and a strong commitment to professional development, employees can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children. Located conveniently in Wokingham, the nursery offers a vibrant environment where staff can enjoy monthly treats and flexible working options, ensuring a fulfilling career in early years education.
Contact Details:
Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool Recruitment Team
