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Preschool Room Leader
Location: Epping, Essex
Position: Full-Time (4 or 5 days per week)
Salary: £27,000–£30,000 per annum
Lead with purpose. Inspire the future.
Are you ready to take the next step in your early years career? This is a rare opportunity to join a newly opened nursery in Epping as a Preschool Room Leader—a role where your leadership, creativity, and passion will help shape children’s first experiences and prepare them for their journey to school. From day one, you’ll have the chance to make your mark: building a room culture that inspires curiosity, encourages independence, and supports every child’s growth.
About the Nursery
Newly opened nursery for children aged 0–5
Open year-round (closed at Christmas and on bank holidays)
Nurturing, inclusive, and child-centred environment
Convenient location near the Central Line with on-site parking
The Role
As Preschool Room Leader, you will:
Lead the preschool room and mentor your team
Create a stimulating, age-appropriate curriculum
Support school readiness and children’s wellbeing
Build strong, positive relationships with families
Ensure safeguarding and EYFS standards are met
Work full-time across 4 or 5 days per week (9-hour shifts including lunch, scheduled between 7am and 6pm)
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary: £27,000–£30,000 per annum
Paid training, including Paediatric First Aid
Paid Enhanced DBS check
One week of full sick pay after probation
Wellbeing package with access to therapy sessions
Christmas closure and all bank holidays off
Ongoing professional development and clear career progression
Supportive management team who value your input and ideas
What We’re Looking For
Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent)
Experience leading a room or mentoring colleagues
Strong knowledge of the EYFS and school readiness
A warm, proactive, and collaborative approach
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare
Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS if not already in place
Take the lead. Shape the future.
If you’re ready to bring your vision and leadership to a forward-thinking, nurturing nursery, we’d love to hear from you.
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