Jobs in London - Nursery Room Manager • London

Company: Little Elms Daycare Nurseries

London

??Nursery Room Manager – Shirley Nursery Salary: Up to £31,160 per annumHours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (4 longer days OR 5 days, 8:30am–5:30pm)Bonus: £1,000 Welcome Bonus!*Are you a passionate Early Years professional ready to lead a vibrant nursery room? Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Room Manager to join our wonderful team in Shirley.Our nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities with bright, spacious rooms and fabulous outdoor areas for children to thrive in.What we’re looking forAt least 1 year’s experience as a Nursery Room managerLevel 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcareExcellent knowledge of the EYFS and Statutory FrameworkStrong written and verbal communication skillsConfidence to use your initiativeA genuine passion for childcare that shines through your daily practice Why join Little Elms?£1,000 Welcome Bonus (£500 on your first payday + £500 after probation*)Excellent rates of payService recognition awards – extra day’s annual leave for every year workedFree BUPA Employee Assistance ProgrammeGenerous childcare discountSupport to gain higher qualificationsInternal promotion opportunitiesFree uniform Important to know:This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory referencesYou must complete safeguarding training before startingYou must have the right to work in the UK – unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visasAt Little Elms, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We are also proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. Ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference every day? Apply today and start your Little Elms journey!Key Responsibilities Key ResponsibilitiesLead and inspire your room team to deliver outstanding care and educationEnsure daily routines, activities, and experiences meet the needs of all children in line with the EYFS frameworkProvide a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thriveBe a key person for children, building strong relationships with parents and carersMonitor children’s progress, completing observations and planning next steps in learningSafeguard and promote the welfare of every child in your careSupport, mentor, and supervise staff within your room – ensuring high standards of practiceMaintain accurate records, including health & safety, accidents, and safeguarding logsWork closely with the Nursery Manager and Deputy to support the smooth running of the nurseryCommunicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and external professionalsSkills, Knowledge and ExpertiseBenefits