Nursery Room Leader – Loughton, Essex IG10 A rewarding part-time opportunity within a nurturing nurseries & early years setting in Loughton, supporting high-quality childcare, EYFS learning, preschool childcare, and room leadership within a well-established nursery environment. Employment Type Part-time | Permanent | Monday to Thursday &8211; 36 hours per week Salary £23,000 – £23,628 per year dependent on experience benefits Pay & Benefits Competitive salary package dependent on experience Regular support, training, and professional development opportunities Career development within a supportive EYFS-focused childcare setting Supportive nursery leadership and collaborative management team Well-resourced nursery environment for babies, toddlers, and preschool children Stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environments Positive team culture focused on warmth, professionalism, and childcare excellence Opportunities to support child-led learning, creativity, and development Collaborative working environment with a strong focus on safeguarding children Long-term career development within nurseries & early years Working Hours & Shift Pattern Part-time | Permanent Based in Loughton, Essex within a nursery setting Monday to Thursday &8211; 36 hours per week Part-time working pattern within a nursery environment Supportive leadership and team structure Room-based childcare and EYFS delivery Focus on safeguarding, learning, and child development Based at a nursery setting in Loughton, Essex IG10 Job Description As a Nursery Room Leader, you will support the day-to-day running of a welcoming nursery setting in Loughton, Essex IG10, helping to deliver high-quality childcare and engaging early years education within a safe, caring, and stimulating environment. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, or Room Leader with a strong background in Nursery (EYFS), preschool childcare, room leadership, and child-centred practice. As a Nursery Room Leader, you will help lead a room team, support EYFS learning and development, maintain safeguarding and welfare standards, and create positive experiences for children and families. The nursery setting provides care for babies, toddlers, and preschool children, with a strong focus on play, creativity, curiosity, independence, and child development. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day running of a nursery room environment Support high-quality EYFS learning and development delivery Provide guidance, support, and encouragement to nursery practitioners Maintain safeguarding, health, safety, and welfare standards Support child-led learning, creative play, and engaging activities Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers, and colleagues Monitor children’s progress, development, wellbeing, and individual needs Maintain accurate observations, records, and nursery documentation Support compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and EYFS standards Work collaboratively with the wider nursery and childcare team Requirements You must have the permanent right to work in the UK Relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above Previous experience working as a Room Leader, Early Years Educator, or within a senior nursery role Strong background in Nursery (EYFS), childcare, and preschool environments Ability to support safeguarding children, child development, and EYFS delivery Warm, professional, caring, and confident communication skills with children, families, and colleagues Ability to work independently while supporting a nursery room team Also suitable for: Early Years Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Practitioner, Room Manager, Senior Early Years Educator, Preschool Room Leader Company Culture As a Nursery Room Leader, you will be joining a supportive childcare setting that values warmth, professionalism, caring practice, and early years expertise. The nursery environment encourages children to play, learn, and grow through stimulating activities, creative learning spaces, and a holistic EYFS approach. The team culture is collaborative and development-focused, with regular support, training, and opportunities for staff to continue learning and progressing within their childcare careers. Apply Today If you are an experienced early years professional looking for a rewarding part-time Nursery Room Leader opportunity in Loughton, your skills, EYFS experience, and passion for supporting children’s development will be highly valued within this supportive childcare setting. Apply today to join a nurturing nurseries & early years environment where professional growth, teamwork, safeguarding, and high-quality childcare are genuinely encouraged. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged Contact Details Recruit by Nature George Francis George@recruitbynature.co.uk Direct Line: 0118 334 8424 WhatsApp: 07782217154 MP-Jobs