266 Team Leader jobs in London

• Leading and managing a team within your designated room
• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework
• Monitoring children’s progress and ensuring individual needs are met
• Building strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Ensuring the room meets all health, safety, and safeguarding requirements
• Acting as a role model and mentor to junior staff, supporting their development

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Toddler Room Leader to join a well-established nursery committed to providing exceptional childcare and education creating a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality environment for children.

As a Room Leader , you will be leading the toddler room team to ensure the highest standards of care, learning, and safeguarding.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £30,000 - £31,000 and benefits.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Providing professional leadership and guidance to playroom-based staff.
li>Ensuring a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children.
• Overseeing planning and assessment in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Supporting best practice in areas such as inclusion and special educational needs.
• Supervising, mentoring, and developing staff to maintain high-quality standards.
• Maintaining positive relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies.
• Upholding health and safety practices across the setting.
• Contributing to staff appraisals, training needs, and professional development.

What We Are Looking For

• Previously worked as a Room Leader, Third in Charge, Senior Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse or in a similar role.
li>Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Ideally have 1year of experience in Childcare or nursery environment.
• Paediatric First Aid certification.
• Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and child protection procedures.
• Ability to support children with SEND and work in partnership with parents.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Room Leader to take the next step in your early years career.

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Working with preschool aged children we are recruiting for an experienced level 3 Room leader to join a lovely nursery in based in Orpington, Kent.

Person Specification:
NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification
Experience of working in a childcare setting and supporting children’s development
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)
Paediatric First Aid (Desirable)

Some of the Room leader responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and directing staff in the room to deliver high standards of care and education.
• Observing children and managing their learning and development records
• Compliance with EYFS and planning exciting age appropriate activities both indoors and outdoors
• Key worker responsibilities to recording children’s development
• Working in partnership with parents and key interfacing groups
• Working to nursery policy and procedures in relation to Safeguarding, Health & Safety
• Attending parent’s evenings and supporting open days
• Attending staff meetings and training as required
• Working 40 hours per week

Benefits: Excellent benefits in include training, uniform, and further career progression.

Due to the nature of this job, candidates will be subject to UK eligibility checks together with Enhance Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks

For immediate interview please email Staff Match your up to date CV or call (phone number removed)

Great Starts Recruitment Ltd is delighted to be supporting a well-established nursery setting in Gants Hill with the recruitment of a passionate and motivated Room Leader for their busy 2–3 years room.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner ready to step up, or a current Room Leader seeking a fresh challenge in a supportive and professional environment.

What's on offer:

• p>Competitive salary from £2 000 – £2 950 depending on experience and hours

• Choice of 7.5 or 8.5 hour shifts, rota'd between 7am – 7pm (rota given at least a week in advance)

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• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off

• Year-round position (50 weeks per year)

• A supportive, collaborative team environment

Your role will include:

• Leading the 2–3 years room and guiding a team of practitioners

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• Delivering high-quality care and age-appropriate learning opportunities

• Creating a stimulating and safe environment where children can thrive

• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding and EYFS standards

• Building strong partnerships with families and colleagues

About you:

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education/Childcare

• Previous experience with children aged 2–3, ideally in a leadership role

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• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework

• Paediatric First Aid Certificate (desirable)

• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check if not already registered on the Update Service

• Confident team leader with strong organisational and communication skills

• Passionate about delivering the very best outcomes for children

Apply today with your CV to Great Starts Recruitment Ltd to take the next step in your early years career. Interviews are taking place now – apply early to avoid disappointment.

• Salary28,288 per annum
• Located inSpalding, Peterborough, PE12
• Childrens Team Leader will support staff, to promote independence, encourage recreational activities both within and outside the community and advocate for your service users.
• Childrens Team Leaderbenefits inclusive of but not limited to:

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare/Children and Young People's Workforce (Or equivalent) (Essential)
• Previous experience at Senior Support Worker or Team Leader level (Essential)
• Must have supported children within an Ofsted regulated residential setting (Essential)

• Maintain systems to monitor evaluate and improve the quality of childcare practice and provision.
• Build positive relationships with staff and the parents and carers of the children.
• Ensure that each child is cared for and treated as an individual so that their development needs are met.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the Nursery, ensuring high standards are met.
• Update parents and carers about their child's progress and behaviour by observing and keeping daily records.
• Help maintain and organise a clean, tidy, child-friendly environment.
• Teaching general life skills, such as basic hygiene and manners.

• Must have experience working with children
• Must be level 2 or level 3 qualified in childcare 
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Be passionate with a great work ethic.
• Be a motivated individual.
• Able to successfully work in a team.

• Gym membership.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Annual salary review.
• Refer a friend bonus.
• Discount on childcare.
• Discounted hair & beauty treatments.
• Free parking and a bicycle station.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Room Leader to join a well-established nursery committed to providing exceptional childcare and education creating a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality environment for children.

As a Room Leader , you will be responsible for leading a classroom, ensuring children receive excellent care and tailored learning experiences.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £30,000 - £32,000 and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading a team to deliver high standards of care and education for all children
• Planning, preparing, and supervising stimulating activities
• Acting as a key person for allocated children and maintaining accurate records
• Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed and children are kept safe
• Promoting equality and inclusion for children, parents, and colleagues
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
• Collaborating with parents and colleagues to support children’s learning and development
• Attending meetings and training as required

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Room Leader, Third in Charge, Deputy Manager, Assistant Room Manager, Senior Nursery Nurse or in a similar role.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a nursery or early years setting and in management role.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Care and Education
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and child development
• Food and Hygiene Level 2
• Confident in supporting children with SEND and working with external agencies
• First Aid and safeguarding training

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Additional leave entitlement
• Company pension
• Social events and team activities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Room Leader to lead a vibrant classroom and make a real difference in children’s lives.

Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.

Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.