At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team, plan engaging activities, and nurture children's development.
- Company: Family-oriented nursery in Norwood, focused on community and staff well-being.
- Benefits: Up to £38,500 salary, 30 days leave, childcare discounts, and paid training.
- Other info: Join a friendly team with great career growth and fun staff socials!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years Qualification and proven leadership experience required.
Location: Norwood, London (SE27)
Salary: Up to £38,500 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Hours: 40 hours per week (flexible shift patterns across 4 or 5 days)
Nursery Opening Hours: 7:30am – 6:30pm
Marylebone Services is proud to represent a family-oriented, community-focused nursery and preschool setting in Norwood. Catering to around 60 children, this value-driven nursery provides a language-rich environment where children flourish at the heart of their own learning. Committed to high-quality care, outstanding family communication, and staff well-being, they heavily invest in empowering their team.
We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and highly motivated Nursery Room Leader who can lead by example, coordinate a team effectively, and plan meaningful, age-appropriate activities.
The Role & Responsibilities
- Team Leadership & Mentoring: Lead, motivate, and manage your room team; delegate tasks, set SMART targets, and provide coaching to support their professional development.
- Room Management: Take full ownership of the day-to-day care, safety, and routines within your room, maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment.
- Curriculum & Planning: Facilitate a creative range of indoor and outdoor play experiences, ensuring planning is maintained to a high standard to meet individual child needs.
- Key Person & Parent Relations: Manage Key Person duties while building and maintaining excellent relationships with parents and families.
About You
- Qualifications: Must hold a relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification.
- Experience: Proven experience working as a Nursery Room Leader with a strong track record of leading a team.
- Curriculum Knowledge: Deep understanding of the EYFS curriculum, developmental tracking, and early learning outcomes.
- Skills: Excellent spoken and written English, stellar communication skills, and the ability to inspire a positive team culture.
Benefits
- Competitive salary up to £38,500 with annual increases.
- Incredible holiday package: 30 days annual leave plus your birthday off.
- 40% Childcare discount.
- Competitive pension scheme.
- Paid training and clear professional qualification opportunities.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for health and well-being support.
- Quarterly staff socials and an Employee of the Month scheme.
- £500 refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
- Excellent public transport links.
- Friendly nursery pets on site!
If you are an experienced Room Leader ready to step into a supportive, rewarding environment with a fantastic package, please apply today.
Nursery Room Leader / Senior Room Leader employer: Marylebone Services
Join a vibrant bilingual nursery in Wandsworth, where we prioritise a nurturing and supportive work culture that fosters professional growth and development. As a Deputy Nursery Manager, you will be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration and creativity, ensuring that both staff and children thrive in a joyful environment. With competitive salaries and a commitment to high standards of care and education, this is an exceptional opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in early years education.
