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Room Leader

Willingcare


Job Location:

Belvedere - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 22 August 2026 (18 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Room Leader Level 3

Up to 32000 per year 40 Hours per Week All Year Round Progression to Third in Charge

This role offers more than the opportunity to lead a room - there is genuine scope to progress into a Third in Charge position.

Our client is dedicated to supporting every aspect of childrens early development creating experiences that build confidence independence and a genuine enthusiasm for learning. Imagination and self-expression are actively encouraged giving children the freedom to explore their ideas and develop their own personalities.

As children move towards pre-school age there is an increasing focus on school readiness helping them develop the social emotional and practical skills that will support a confident transition into their next stage of education.

Were looking for an experienced Level 3 Room Leader with SEN experience who can provide strong leadership within the room while ensuring every childs individual needs are recognised and supported.

What Were Looking For

  • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
  • Previous experience as a Room Leader Senior Nursery Practitioner or similar senior Early Years professional.
  • Previous experience supporting children with SEN is essential.
  • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
  • Good knowledge of supporting children with additional needs and adapting practice appropriately.
  • Excellent understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
  • Confidence leading mentoring and motivating a room team.

Why Should You Consider This Role

  • Up to 32000 per year
  • Clear progression opportunity to Third in Charge
  • Opportunity to further develop your SEN and leadership experience
  • Ongoing training and professional development

Your Role

  • Lead the successful day-to-day running of your designated room.
  • Support and mentor practitioners encouraging consistently high standards of Early Years practice.
  • Ensure children with SEN and additional needs receive appropriate individualised support.
  • Adapt activities and learning environments to ensure every child can participate and progress.
  • Plan engaging experiences that encourage creativity imagination and self-expression.
  • Support childrens confidence independence and emotional development.
  • Help older children develop the skills and confidence they need for school readiness.
  • Observe and assess childrens development and ensure appropriate next steps are identified.
  • Maintain excellent standards of safeguarding health and safety and nursery practice.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements including an enhanced DBS check satisfactory references and verification of the right to work in the UK in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL255141/DB

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