Nursery Room Leader

Are you an energetic, nurturing educator who thrives in an early years environment and is ready to lead a baby room with vision and joy?

Join us at our vibrant, forward-thinking school in Barnet, where our nursery provision sits within a broader community that values curiosity, care and growth.

You will be the Room Leader for our 9-month to 2-year-old cohort (9 children per session, 40 in total), alongside two other adults in the room - a truly collaborative team.

Why this role stands out

• You’ll be working within a school that champions a "Nurture - Inspire - Challenge" ethos.
• You’ll help shape and lead the environment just ahead of an upcoming inspection - a chance to make your mark and shine.
• You’ll benefit from being part of a dynamic school community that offers rich experiences (including music, eco-school initiatives and vibrant parent/carer relationships).

Key responsibilities

• Lead the baby room (9 mths-2 yrs), overseeing daily routines and ensuring every child thrives in a safe, stimulating environment.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate developmentally appropriate activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Support, supervise and mentor the two other adults in your room - fostering teamwork, consistent practice and high quality interactions.
• Ensure high standards of care, safeguarding, record-keeping and readiness for inspection by Ofsted in May.
• Build strong partnerships with families, welcoming their input, sharing progress and nurturing each child’s early love of learning.

Ideal candidate qualities

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification in early years (mandatory).
• Proven experience leading or supervising a room of babies/very young children; confident managing routines, transitions and developmental progress.
• Passionate about early childhood, warm, curious and creative in your approach.
• Strong communicator, approachable to children, families and colleagues alike.
• Organised and reflective - always looking to improve practice and contribute to the wider nursery/school culture.

Perks & benefits

• Friendly, supportive school culture: you’ll join a team dedicated to children’s wellbeing, growth and happy experiences.
• Clear core hours (08:15-15:45), Monday to Friday - helping with work-life balance.
• A permanent role, giving you stability and the chance to develop and grow professionally.
• The opportunity to be part of a school community that values early years as the foundation for lifelong learning - where your contribution is both seen and celebrated.

If you’re ready to take the lead in shaping a wonderful start for little learners and to make a real difference in a thriving nursery setting, we would love to hear from you.

Equality, Diversity, and Safeguarding

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination.

Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

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