At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a team while nurturing children's development through engaging activities.
- Company: A beloved family-run nursery with a supportive, home-from-home atmosphere.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 31 days holiday, free lunch, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a friendly team with clear career progression and regular social events.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in a nurturing environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for child development.
The predicted salary is between 34000 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary: From £34,000 per year for Room Leaders | Competitive for Practitioners (based on experience & qualifications)
Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday–Friday (shift pattern 8:15am–6:15pm, with one shorter day finishing at 1:30pm)
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Tiny Tots Recruitment is delighted to once again be supporting a well-loved, family-run nursery in Bricket Wood, Hertfordshire (with excellent links to Watford, St Albans and North London). Rated Good by Ofsted, this home-from-home nursery is looking for passionate Room Leaders and Nursery Practitioners to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a setting where your career will be nurtured, your ideas valued, and your professional growth supported every step of the way.
What’s on Offer
- Room Leader salary from £34,000 (above average for the area)
- 31 days’ holiday (including bank holidays & 3 days off over Christmas)
- Annual pay reviews & performance-related bonuses
- Complimentary iPad for work use
- Free hot lunch provided daily
- Yulife membership (includes 24/7 GP, counselling, wellbeing rewards)
- Paid training & CPD opportunities
- Discounted childcare
- Regular socials & team events
- Clear career progression – all managers started as practitioners or apprentices
- Supportive, family-feel team culture
The Roles
- Room Leaders
- Lead a team of practitioners, mentoring and guiding colleagues
- Plan and deliver engaging, child-led activities in line with EYFS
- Act as a Key Person, building strong relationships with families
- Monitor progress through observations and assessments
- Ensure safeguarding, safety, and quality standards are upheld
- Nursery Practitioners
- Support the daily care, learning, and development of children
- Contribute to activity planning across the EYFS framework
- Act as a Key Person, maintaining positive parent partnerships
- Provide a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment
- Work collaboratively with your team and management
About You
- Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification (essential for Room Leaders, desirable for Practitioners)
- Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding
- Passionate, caring, and motivated to make a difference
- Strong communicator and team player
- Organised, reliable, and committed to children’s learning and wellbeing
Apply today through Tiny Tots Recruitment to join this supportive Bricket Wood nursery as a Room Leader or Nursery Practitioner — and take the next exciting step in your early years career.
Nursery Room Leaders & LV3 Nursery Practitioners in Watford employer: Tiny Tots Recruitment
Join a well-loved, family-run nursery in Bricket Wood, Hertfordshire, where your passion for early years education will be nurtured and your professional growth supported. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a supportive team culture, this nursery offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying regular socials and clear career progression. Experience a fulfilling work environment that values your ideas and contributions, making it an excellent place to develop your career in childcare.
