Nursery Room Leader – Henley, Oxfordshire, RG9
Salary: £15.00ph / £29,640pa (depending on qualifications and experience)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, All Year Round
Hours: 4 days per week (38 hours total) between 8am–6pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
About Us
We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a passionate Nursery Room Leader to join our friendly and dedicated team in Henley, Oxfordshire (RG9). We’re looking for someone who has a genuine love for children, strong teamwork skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional early years education and care. You’ll be leading our Toddler Room, helping to create a nurturing, stimulating environment where children can thrive and learn through play.
Benefits:
• Bonus opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Staff childcare discount
• Further training and development offered
• Generous holiday entitlement
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and inspire your room team to deliver high-quality childcare and education
• Plan and implement engaging, interest-led activities in line with the EYFS
• Build positive relationships with children and parents
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment
• Support the development of team members and promote best practice
About You:
• Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years (full and relevant)
• Previous experience as a Room Leader or Senior Nursery Practitioner
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding practices
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Passionate about outdoor learning and inclusive early education
• Eligible to work in the UK
Apply Now
If you’re an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you
Apply today — let’s get your interview booked in!
To apply for this job email your details to recruitment@smileys-childcare.co.uk.