Nursery Room Leader / Preschool – St John’s Wood, London (NW8)

Salary: £32,000 – £34,000 per annum (Pro-rata for Part-Time)
Hours: 32–40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri (Early finish every Friday!)
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time / Permanent

Marylebone Services is recruiting a passionate Preschool Room Leader for a vibrant, nurturing private kindergarten in St John’s Wood. This premium setting follows the Curiosity Approach, offering an exceptional child-led environment for up to 10 children aged 2.5 to 5 years.

Shift Patterns Available

• Full-Time: Mon-Thu 8am-6pm & Fri 8am-12pm (The nursery is flexible; this can be reduced to under 40 hours per week!)
• Part-Time: Mon-Thu 8am-3pm & Fri 8am-12pm

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and manage staff within the preschool room.
• Deliver a safe, stimulating environment meeting Ofsted and safeguarding rules.
• Execute high-quality observations, planning, and assessments.
• Build strong partnerships with parents to support home learning.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 in Childcare / Early Years.
• Minimum 1 year as a Room Leader preferred
• Exceptional written and spoken English communication.

Benefits & Perks

• 6-7 Weeks Paid Holiday: Fixed closures over Christmas (2 weeks), Easter (2 weeks), and Summer (3 weeks).
• Paid Training: Fully funded Forest School training and CPD-certified courses.
• Commuter Friendly: Close to the train station and High Street, plus an on-site parking space.
• Well-being: Comfortable staff relaxation area.

If you are an experienced Early Years professional looking to take the next step in a supportive, rewarding, and high-achieving environment, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now!