Deputy Room Leader
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | New Cross |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1468809331 |
Summary
Deputy Room Leader – Early Years | Up to £31,000 | Level 3 Qualified
If you’re ready to take the next step in your Early Years career, this Deputy Room Leader role offers the perfect blend of leadership, creativity, and hands-on childcare. You’ll join a welcoming nursery team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work directly shapes children’s confidence, curiosity, and love of learning.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strong Level 3 nursery practitioner who thrives in a busy, nurturing environment and wants to grow into a positive, motivating leader.
Skills & Qualifications We’re Looking For
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential).
- Experience in a nursery or early years education setting.
- Confident understanding of safeguarding, EYFS, and inclusive practice.
- Enthusiasm for supporting children’s learning through play.
- Warm communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
- A proactive, reliable, and positive approach to day-to-day routines.
What You’ll Love About Joining the Team
- Free DBS check
- Annual leave that increases with service
- Training and professional development to help you grow
- Pension scheme for peace of mind about the future
Your Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the Room Leader in the daily running of a busy Early Years room.
- Acting as a role model for best practice in childcare, safeguarding, and play-based learning.
- Leading activities that boost children’s development across EYFS areas.
- Building warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
- Ensuring the room environment is engaging, inclusive, and well organised.
- Coaching team members and offering guidance where needed.
- Maintaining accurate records, observations, and reports.
- Helping create a safe, nurturing space where every child can thrive.
Reference: WILL212899/JG
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