Preschool Room Leader
| Posting date: | 24 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £31,420 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | Pension scheme, bonuses, career progression, discounts |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 March 2026 |
| Location: | Catford, South East London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ethos Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Looking to further your Early Years Career?
Then look no further! This could be the perfect role for you.
We are looking for an experienced Preschool Room Leader to join the team at this vibrant family-run nursery in Catford, South London.
This is a lovely nursery that truly cares about every member of staff, taking time to listen to feedback from everyone and working together to help everyone achieve their own professional goals and aspirations! Staff can also enjoy breaks in their own staff room, located away from the main building in the tranquil garden, and
take the time to relax and unwind from the intensity of their work.
Benefits include:
• £500 bonus should the nursery retain the Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING
• 25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holidays paid
• Birthday off after one year of service (paid)
• Option to ‘sell back’ up to 5-days of annual leave
• Reward and recognition scheme
• Good pension scheme
• Free lunches prepared by in-house chef
• Awards for years of service
• TfL Annual Season Ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Further training fully funded
• Career development plans
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Store discounts
• Team social events
This is a permanent Room Leader role to work full time (Mon-Fri, 40 hours) in the Preschool Room. Salary would be £31,420 per annum.
As a Room Leader, you will manage a team of 3 people within the Preschool Room, and will manage the day to day running of the room, ensuring a high standard of learning, development and care and that the room is a safe environment for children, staff and others.
Requirements:
• Minimum Level 3/equivalent qualification in Early Years or Childcare
• 2 years or more experience working in a nursery
• Experience as a Preschool Room Leader
• Good standard of English and Maths
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Effective leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills
Make a difference as a Preschool Room Leader within a great working environment at this nursery in Catford - apply now!
Ethos Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough vetting procedure, including an enhanced DBS check.
Then look no further! This could be the perfect role for you.
We are looking for an experienced Preschool Room Leader to join the team at this vibrant family-run nursery in Catford, South London.
This is a lovely nursery that truly cares about every member of staff, taking time to listen to feedback from everyone and working together to help everyone achieve their own professional goals and aspirations! Staff can also enjoy breaks in their own staff room, located away from the main building in the tranquil garden, and
take the time to relax and unwind from the intensity of their work.
Benefits include:
• £500 bonus should the nursery retain the Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING
• 25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holidays paid
• Birthday off after one year of service (paid)
• Option to ‘sell back’ up to 5-days of annual leave
• Reward and recognition scheme
• Good pension scheme
• Free lunches prepared by in-house chef
• Awards for years of service
• TfL Annual Season Ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Further training fully funded
• Career development plans
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Store discounts
• Team social events
This is a permanent Room Leader role to work full time (Mon-Fri, 40 hours) in the Preschool Room. Salary would be £31,420 per annum.
As a Room Leader, you will manage a team of 3 people within the Preschool Room, and will manage the day to day running of the room, ensuring a high standard of learning, development and care and that the room is a safe environment for children, staff and others.
Requirements:
• Minimum Level 3/equivalent qualification in Early Years or Childcare
• 2 years or more experience working in a nursery
• Experience as a Preschool Room Leader
• Good standard of English and Maths
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Effective leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills
Make a difference as a Preschool Room Leader within a great working environment at this nursery in Catford - apply now!
Ethos Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough vetting procedure, including an enhanced DBS check.