At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a pre-school room, ensuring high standards of teaching and care.
- Company: Join a well-established private nursery in Lambeth with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development opportunities and career progression.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere focused on child welfare and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Must have Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in a pre-school setting.
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Pre-School Room Leader to join a well-established private nursery in Lambeth. This is a full-time leadership position within a high-quality Early Years setting and is ideal for an experienced Level 3 practitioner who is passionate about leading a pre-school room and delivering outstanding EYFS provision. The nursery offers excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression within a supportive and child-centred environment.
You will be:
- Leading the daily practice within the pre-school room and ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and care
- Supporting, mentoring, and developing practitioners within the room to maintain excellent EYFS practice
- Planning and delivering creative and engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
- Acting as a key person and developing strong, positive relationships with children and their families
- Monitoring children's progress through observations, assessments, and effective next-step planning
- Promoting safeguarding, health and safety, and ensuring compliance with EYFS requirements
- Working collaboratively with parents, carers, and external professionals to support children's individual needs
- Supporting the effective running of the room and contributing towards ongoing improvements across the nursery
The successful candidate will hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and have previous experience working within a pre-school room, ideally as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner. A strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, child development, and team support is essential. Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills are required.
Pre-School Lead Teacher/Room Leader employer: UCM Education
UCM Education is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment in Croydon that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. With a strong commitment to high-quality childcare and education, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative culture that values each team member's contributions. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while enjoying a fulfilling career in early years education.
