Job title: Deputy Room Leader
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: Support
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: London Borough of Redbridge
Job published: 21-10-2025
Job ID: 111355

Job Description

Deputy Room Leader | Redbridge | ASAP Start

Are you an experienced and passionate Deputy Room Leader looking for an exciting opportunity in Redbridge? This full-time, permanent Deputy Room Leader role offers a chance to work within a progressive and supportive nursery environment, fostering the growth and development of young children. The nursery follows a forward-thinking curriculum, promoting creativity, curiosity, and emotional intelligence in every child.

Benefits:

  • Performance-related bonus

  • 28 days holiday entitlement

  • Full uniform provided

  • Daily well-being breaks

  • Clear career pathways with strong internal promotion opportunities

Deputy Room Leader – Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver and uphold the Nursery’s curriculum, vision, and values daily

  • Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues

  • Ensure safeguarding and welfare standards are maintained at all times

  • Produce detailed child development reports and contribute to planning and assessments

  • Support and mentor junior staff, promoting excellence and reflective practice

Deputy Room Leader – Essential Requirements:

  • Proven experience in an early years setting

  • Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification or Early Years Teacher Status

  • Passion for teaching, learning, and child development

  • Nurturing, emotionally intelligent, and proactive approach

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

  • Commitment to ongoing professional growth and improvement

Role Details:

  • Location: Redbridge

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • Contract Type: Full-time, permanent (36 or 45 hours per week)

  • Pay: Up to £31,000 per annum (based on experience)

Join a thriving Redbridge nursery community as a dedicated Deputy Room Leader, where your skills and commitment will be valued and nurtured.

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