At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead your nursery room, delivering care and education tailored to children's development.
- Company: Established nursery in Central Croydon with a family-run feel and high standards.
- Benefits: Up to £38,000 salary, ongoing training, discounted childcare, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Enjoy predictable organisation, career progression, and a supportive work environment.
- 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.
Room Leader in South Croydon employer: Willingcare
As a Nursery Room Leader in our well-established nursery in Central Croydon, you will thrive in a supportive and structured environment that prioritises both child development and staff wellbeing. We offer competitive salaries, ongoing professional development, and a family-run atmosphere that fosters collaboration and growth, making it an ideal place for passionate educators to make a meaningful impact.
