Marylebone Recruitment Ltd • St John's Wood, North West London

Nursery Preschool Room Leader

About this role

Marylebone Services is delighted to represent our client, a high-quality nursery setting located in St John's Wood, London (NW8), in recruiting a dedicated and passionate Preschool Room Leader for an immediate start. This unique room-based role offers full-time stability with shorter, highly desirable weekly hours and an exceptional work-life balance through extensive paid holiday closures.

Role Overview

Status

Full-Time (Shorter Hours)

Hours

32 hours per week

Schedule

Monday to Thursday 8

00am – 3:00pm, and

Friday 8

00am – 12:00pm

Salary

£25,500 – £27,500/year

Start Date

ASAP

Candidate Requirements

Right to Work

Must have a valid and mandatory Right to Work in the UK.

Qualifications

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare.

Experience

1–2 years of experience as a Room Leader preferred..

Skills

Exceptional written and spoken communication skills.

Key Duties

Drive Vision

Implement the nursery’s ethos with high expectations for children’s achievement.

Lead Staff

Manage and supervise the room staff team.

Ensure Safety

Maintain a safe, caring, and stimulating environment following Ofsted standards.

Track Growth

Execute high-quality observations, planning, and assessments.

Engage Parents

Build strong partnerships with families to support learning at home.

Benefits & Perks

Generous Holiday

6–7 weeks of paid holiday during fixed closures (2 weeks Christmas, 2 weeks Easter, 3 weeks Summer).

Location Perks

On-site parking space, close to the High Street, and excellent train links (Jubilee line / Bakerloo line accessible).

Staff Comfort

Access to a dedicated relaxing staff area.

Development

Regular career progression opportunities and paid CPD-certified courses.

Bonus Training

Fully paid Forest School training.

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Step into a leadership role where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your achievements are celebrated.