Posted 24 April, 2026

Job details

  • Salary £28,000 to £33,000 per annum
  • Role Room Leader / Team Leader / Senior Nursery Nurse
  • Hours Full Time
  • Location Haringey, London
  • Job Reference Little Tree Room Leader

Job summary

We are an independent family nursery at the heart of the local Crouch End community for over 30 years, seeking an experienced Room Leader to join our close-knit team. 

The ideal candidate must be Montessori qualified, with experience working in an Early Years setting and a passion for helping children to learn and develop at their own pace. You must be confident in leading a classroom, with a good understanding of how to work with SEND children, and a calm and friendly manner.

Salary: £28,000-33,000 pro rata

40 hours / week, Monday-Friday 8am-4pm, open 38 weeks / year

Benefits:

· 8 weeks paid holiday + bank holidays (rising to 11 weeks after 12 months' service)

· Staff social events

· Regular training sessions and CPD

· Employee pension scheme

Requirements:

· A recognised Montessori Qualification (Level 3 or higher)

· Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a Montessori / Early Years setting

· Comprehensive understanding of the EYFS requirements

· Excellent written and verbal communication

· Experience working with SEND children

· Right to work in the UK (we cannot sponsor visa applications)

Skills / Qualifications:

  • Montessori Qualified
  • Level 3 or above
  • SEND experience