Job Description

Introduction:

A well-established nursery in Ealing is seeking a dedicated Room Leader to support and inspire the babies' room. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident Level 3 or higher who is passionate about high-quality care, EYFS development, and creating a nurturing, stimulating environment for young children. You'll play a key part in shaping early learning experiences while leading practice, safeguarding standards, and supporting a warm and positive team culture. If you're driven, caring, and ready to take the next step in your early years career, this role offers the perfect environment to grow.

Salary:

Starting from 29,000 per annum.

Pay & Benefits

Ongoing CPD and funded training, including leadership development. Clear career progression pathways within early years. Childcare discount (subject to setting policy). Regular salary reviews and pension scheme. Strong staff wellbeing support and a positive working culture.

Shift Pattern & Working Hours

Full-time, permanent position. 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Day shifts within nursery opening hours. Overtime available where agreed.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the daily operation of the babies' room, ensuring exceptional EYFS practice, safeguarding standards, and a child-led approach. Plan, deliver, and evaluate age-appropriate activities that promote early development, curiosity, and secure attachments. Support, mentor, and guide Nursery Practitioners, Nursery Nurses, and Early Years Educators to maintain high-quality practice. Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers through daily feedback, developmental updates, and open communication. Ensure robust health & safety, risk assessments, and compliance with Ofsted and early years regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate observations, learning journals, and assessments in line with EYFS frameworks.

Requirements

Level 3 or higher qualification in Early Years (e.g., Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse). Strong experience working within an early years setting, ideally in a leader, senior practitioner, or room-based leadership role. Excellent understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, child development, and Ofsted expectations. Confident, warm communicator with strong organisational skills and a positive, proactive attitude. Passion for nurturing babies' development and supporting a collaborative, child-focused team.

Company Culture

The nursery is known for its warm, child-led ethos, placing each child's wellbeing, curiosity, and development at the heart of practice. The leadership team is supportive, approachable, and committed to helping staff grow through mentoring, training, and open communication. You'll be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and passionate early years team that values creativity, respect, and reflective practice. The environment is nurturing, energetic, and focused on delivering outstanding early education and care.

Why This Role Will Appeal to You

Opportunity to lead a babies' room within a nursery and shape early experiences. Supportive setting with excellent training and progression. Warm, collaborative team culture. Strong focus on EYFS excellence, safeguarding, and professional development.

Apply Today

If you're a passionate Room Leader within Childcare ready to step into a rewarding leadership role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your early years career.