Nursery Room Leader (Pre-School)

Job summary

Nursery Room Leader (Preschool) - Academy Gardens, Northolt (UB5 5QN)

We Are Recruiting:

Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years room manager? Join our well-established team in Academy Gardens (UB5 5QN) and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.

Position: Room Manager

Hours: 40 hours per week, all year round

Salary: £29,120 to £30,680

Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm

About Our Nursery:

We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Academy Gardens setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community, catering for the local community. Thoughtfully designed with well planned rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come to life.

The ongoing development of the nursery is a priority, with generous budgets for resources, enrichment activities, and creative projects which our dedicated maintenance team work closely with the nursery staff to bring inspiring ideas to life for the children.

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary with annual reviews
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme – available from your first day of employment
• Birthday/Wellbeing day as an annual gift *
• Bupa health care package *
• Mental health first aiders at nursery to offer support when needed
• 50% discounted childcare fees *
• Retail discounts
• FREE Monthly Staff Prize Draw
• FREE welcome goodie bag, uniform, snacks, drinks and personal care items whilst at work
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth including 5 paid training days per year, access to extensive online and face to face CPD
• Referral bonus when you recommend a staff member or a family to the nursery *
• Team wellbeing and celebration budget to enable regular events, celebrations, annual awards day, Christmas party and treats at nursery.

*terms and conditions apply & details are shared in employee welcome pack

What we are looking for:

We’re seeking a special individual who along with a full and relevant Level 3 early years qualification and leadership experience, can bring and share their fun, passion and confidence as an early years professional to lead our vibrant room. As Room Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping children’s daily experiences, guiding your team, and ensuring high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Leading the planning and delivery of a high-quality, child-centred EYFS curriculum
• Creating and maintaining inspiring indoor and outdoor learning environments
• Building strong bonds as room manager and key person, supporting children’s development and working closely with families
• Supporting and motivating your team to ensure best practice and positive outcomes
• Leading calm, inclusive routines and transitions throughout the day
• Overseeing observations, assessments, and next-step planning
• Managing risk and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment
• Leading team reflections and driving continuous improvement
• Keeping up to date with best practice and supporting team development
• Assisting the management team with other management tasks such as opening & closing, administrative duties / 3rd in charge duties as required

Apply Now!

Join our award-winning, family-run nursery group at our beautiful Academy Gardens setting. Be part of a passionate team that’s making a real difference in children’s lives every day. If you’re ready to take the next step in your early years career, we’d love to hear from you!

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce.

Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This is in line with updated Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024 Guidance. Safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and does require a Disclosure Barring Scheme check. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).