Job Description

Are you passionate about helping little ones grow, learn and flourish? Banana Moon Day Nurseries - an award-winning, much-loved group - is opening a brand-new setting in the heart of Hounslow, and we'd love you to be part of the journey. Housed in a beautiful historic building with generous outdoor spaces and a private rear garden, this isn't just another job - it's your chance to shape a nursery from the very beginning.

What you'll be doing

As our Room Leader, you'll partner closely with the Nursery Manager to:

Set up and launch our new room, from creating a warm and

stimulating environment to planning open days and meet-the-parents events.

Lead & support

a small team of Early Years Practitioners - mentoring, coaching and sharing best practices to deliver inspiring EYFS activities.

Plan & deliver

high-quality, inclusive play and learning experiences tailored to each child's needs.

Ensure safeguarding

at every turn: risk assessments, staff training updates and strict adherence to our policies.

Build strong relationships

with families, keeping them informed of their child's progress and fostering a genuine key-person approach.

Drive occupancy

through local marketing initiatives, including community outreach, social media, and nursery tours.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Recognised

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

(or equivalent). Enhanced

DBS disclosure

within the child workforce sector. Minimum

2 years' post-qualifying experience

in an early years setting. At least

1 year

of experience in a leadership role, supervising a small team. A sound understanding of the

EYFS framework

, child development stages and best-practice pedagogy. Superb communication skills - both with children (obviously!) and with colleagues and parents.
A genuine passion for early years, creativity in planning and the confidence to take initiative.

Benefits

Why you'll love working with us

Competitive salary

: 27,000-29,000 per annum, depending on experience.

20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

, with flexible working patterns to suit your life.

Fully funded Level 4 Leadership qualification

- we'll support your career progression every step of the way.

Clear pathways

to more senior roles as you grow with us.

Discounted childcare

for your little ones.

Uniform provided

(branded shirt & jumper/jacket).

Regular team-building events

and monthly employee awards because we believe in celebrating our people.

24/7 Employee Support Line

offering wellbeing and mental-health resources whenever you need them. * Auto-enrolment

pension scheme

and access to our cycle-to-work initiative.