At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nursery room, delivering care and education tailored to children's development.
- Company: Established nursery in Central Croydon with a family-run feel.
- Benefits: Up to £38,000 salary, discounted childcare, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a structured environment with clear routines and excellent career progression.
- Why this job: Take charge of your own room and make a real difference in children's lives.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 38000 £ per year.
Based in a well-established nursery in Central Croydon, this setting offers a structured, well-run environment with clear routines and defined rooms for each age group. The nursery combines a family-run feel with consistent standards across practice, safeguarding, and learning. As a Nursery Room Leader, you’ll take responsibility for your room within a setting that values organisation, stability, and quality delivery.
Before You Apply
- This role requires recent experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner in a nursery.
- A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential.
- Applicants must be confident leading a room and supporting staff independently.
Key Job Details
- Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum
- Hours: 40 hours per week, all year round
- Contract: Permanent, full-time
- Setting: Early Years Nursery (ages 0–5)
- Location: Central Croydon
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
- Clear responsibility for your own room and daily practice
- Established nursery group with consistent standards and structure
- Predictable day-to-day organisation and workload
- Ongoing training, CPD, and progression opportunities
- Discounted childcare and increasing annual leave with service
- Wellbeing support, salary reviews, and staff incentives
What You’ll Need
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant)
- Experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner in a nursery
- Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding requirements
- Ability to manage a room and support staff confidently
- Good communication and organisational skills
What You’ll Do
- Lead the day-to-day running of your nursery room
- Deliver care and education in line with EYFS requirements
- Plan and oversee activities tailored to children’s development
- Complete observations, assessments, and next steps
- Support and guide practitioners within your room
- Maintain safeguarding, safety, and compliance standards
Safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
Nursery Room Leader in South Croydon employer: Willingcare
Join a well-established nursery in Central Croydon that prides itself on a family-run atmosphere while maintaining high standards of practice and care. As a Nursery Room Leader, you will benefit from a structured environment with clear responsibilities, ongoing professional development, and generous employee perks such as discounted childcare and increasing annual leave. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful work in a supportive setting that values both staff and children's wellbeing.
