Job Description:

Ready to lead a nursery room where your experience, ideas and leadership can make a real difference?

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Nursery Room Leader to join a welcoming Early Years setting in Harrow. This is a rewarding opportunity to take ownership of a nursery room, inspire a team of practitioners and create meaningful learning experiences that help young children flourish.

Whether you're an established Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity or an accomplished Senior Early Years Practitioner ready to step into leadership, this role offers the chance to build on your experience whilst making a positive impact on children and colleagues alike.

You will be:

• Leading the day-to-day running of your room, ensuring a smooth, organised and engaging environment for children and staff

• Inspiring, guiding and supporting your team to deliver consistently high standards of care and education

• Bringing the EYFS curriculum to life through creative, purposeful and age-appropriate learning experiences

• Creating a welcoming, stimulating space where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to explore

• Championing each child's individual development, confidence and emotional wellbeing

• Overseeing observations, assessments and planning to ensure every child's progress is recognised and supported

• Building meaningful relationships with children and families, creating a strong sense of trust and partnership

• Coaching and mentoring colleagues, encouraging collaboration and continuous professional growth

• Upholding safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies to maintain a safe and supportive setting

• Working closely with the nursery management team to strengthen daily practice and contribute to the setting's continued success

What we're looking for:

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Childcare or Early Years qualification and bring solid experience from a nursery environment. Previous experience as a Room Leader or Senior Early Years Practitioner would be particularly valuable, along with the confidence to lead a team, make informed decisions and take ownership of room standards.

You'll have a strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development, complemented by excellent communication, organisation and people-management skills.

Above all, we're looking for someone who leads by example, brings energy and initiative to their work and genuinely enjoys helping children and fellow practitioners reach their potential.

If you're ready to bring your leadership skills to a nursery where you can make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV!

About UCM Education:

UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to connect education professionals with opportunities where they can thrive.

Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants.

UCM Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.