Nursery Room Leader - Greenwich

Kido International; City of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in London is seeking a Nursery Room Leader to manage and lead the nursery team, embodying company values and culture. Ideal candidates should have a Level 3 childcare qualification and experience in an Early Years setting. The role offers competitive compensation, generous annual leave, and numerous employee benefits, including free childcare and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday off

100% free childcare

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000

Free staff lunches

Enhanced sick pay

Annual performance-related pay increases

Career progression opportunities

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills suitable for the role.
• At least Level 3 childcare qualification or Level 2 with additional skills.
• Experience leading in an Early Years setting.

Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for Kido's values and culture.
• Lead and manage the nursery room effectively.

Skills

Leadership skills

Experience in Early Years setting

Education

Relevant childcare qualification (Level 3 or Level 2 with extra skills)

Job description

Job Details

Position: Nursery Room Leader

Location: Kido Greenwich Nursery & Preschool, 65 Banning St, London, SE10 0YH

Department: Nursery

Employment Type: Full‑time

Seniority Level: Entry level

Compensation: £28,000 – £33,000 per year; 40 hours per week

Description

Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do. As a Nursery Room Leader, you'll be more than just a leader; you'll be an ambassador for our values and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture.

Qualifications

• Relevant childcare qualification, at least Level 3, or Level 2 with additional English functional skills if obtained after 2014.
• Experience leading in an Early Years setting.
• Strong leadership skills suitable for the role.

Benefits

• £28,000 to £33,000 salary.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years of service.
• Birthday off.
• 100% free childcare (subject to availability, T&Cs apply).
• Up to £1 000 refer‑a‑friend bonus.
• Free staff lunches.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Annual performance‑related pay increases.
• Brilliant career progression opportunities.
• Company awards and celebrations.
• Access to a healthcare cash plan.
• Early access to pay through the Hastee app.
• Perkbox discounts and savings.
• Wellbeing programme and wellness hub.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Safer Recruitment

All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and not subject to disclosure to employers. Guidance on filtering can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of unspent convictions. Successful candidates will undergo pre‑employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check.

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