Pre-School Leader
ODIN RECRUITMENT GROUP LIMITED
Surrey Quays · posted 20 August 2026
Salary
£17.5 an hour
Job type
full time
Location
Surrey Quays, Greater London
Category
Education and Training
Pre-School Room Leader Location: South London
Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity
Salary: Up to £17.50 per hour
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week over 5 days
Are you an experienced Early Years professional with a passion for preparing children for their next exciting step into school?
We're recruiting a dedicated Pre-School Room Leader to join a well-established and highly regarded nursery in South London. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a vibrant pre-school room, inspire a team of practitioners, and help children develop the confidence and skills they need before starting primary education.
The Role As Pre-School Room Leader, you'll take responsibility for the daily operation of the pre-school room, ensuring outstanding standards of care, learning and development are consistently delivered.
Working alongside the nursery leadership team, you'll create an engaging curriculum that promotes curiosity, independence and school readiness, while supporting and developing your team to achieve the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day running of the Pre-School Room
Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning in line with the EYFS
Promote school readiness through stimulating and age-appropriate activities
Support, mentor and develop practitioners within the room
Complete observations, assessments and children's learning journeys
Build strong relationships with parents and carers
Ensure safeguarding, health & safety and nursery policies are fully maintained
Create an inclusive, safe and inspiring learning environment
Requirements Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
Previous experience as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner or an experienced Level 3 ready to step into leadership
Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
A proactive, positive and child-focused approach
A genuine passion for delivering exceptional Early Years education
What's on Offer? xwzovoh Up to £17.50 per hour
Full-time permanent position (40 hours over 5 days)
Supportive leadership team
Excellent opportunities for career progression
Ongoing training and professional development
The opportunity to make a real difference in children's learning and development
If you're ready to take the lead in a thriving pre-school room and help children build strong foundations for the future, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for a confidential discussion.
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Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity
Salary: Up to £17.50 per hour
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week over 5 days
Are you an experienced Early Years professional with a passion for preparing children for their next exciting step into school?
We're recruiting a dedicated Pre-School Room Leader to join a well-established and highly regarded nursery in South London. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a vibrant pre-school room, inspire a team of practitioners, and help children develop the confidence and skills they need before starting primary education.
The Role As Pre-School Room Leader, you'll take responsibility for the daily operation of the pre-school room, ensuring outstanding standards of care, learning and development are consistently delivered.
Working alongside the nursery leadership team, you'll create an engaging curriculum that promotes curiosity, independence and school readiness, while supporting and developing your team to achieve the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day running of the Pre-School Room
Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning in line with the EYFS
Promote school readiness through stimulating and age-appropriate activities
Support, mentor and develop practitioners within the room
Complete observations, assessments and children's learning journeys
Build strong relationships with parents and carers
Ensure safeguarding, health & safety and nursery policies are fully maintained
Create an inclusive, safe and inspiring learning environment
Requirements Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
Previous experience as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner or an experienced Level 3 ready to step into leadership
Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
A proactive, positive and child-focused approach
A genuine passion for delivering exceptional Early Years education
What's on Offer? xwzovoh Up to £17.50 per hour
Full-time permanent position (40 hours over 5 days)
Supportive leadership team
Excellent opportunities for career progression
Ongoing training and professional development
The opportunity to make a real difference in children's learning and development
If you're ready to take the lead in a thriving pre-school room and help children build strong foundations for the future, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for a confidential discussion.