We’re looking for experienced and passionate Room Leaders to join our vibrant nurseries across South London. In this role, you’ll lead a team to deliver outstanding care and education for children aged 0–5, using your EYFS expertise to create engaging learning environments. You’ll support staff development, ensure safeguarding standards, and foster a culture of creativity and inclusion. If you're ready to inspire young minds and lead with confidence, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
As Room Leader, you'll oversee a specific age group within the nursery, guiding your team to deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework. You'll plan engaging activities, monitor children's progress, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment. A key part of your role is preparing children for school by promoting independence, communication, and early literacy and numeracy skills. You'll also support staff development and maintain strong partnerships with parents.
The ideal candidate
- Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
- Safeguarding training and a clear understanding of child protection protocols
- Enhanced DBS check
- Experience in nursery or early years settings, typically 2+ years, with proven ability to lead a team and manage a room
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum
- Leadership or supervisory experience in a childcare setting
- Ability to plan and deliver age-appropriate learning activities
- Excellent communication and team management skills
The Nursery 
A small, independent nursery in Richmond offering a warm and nurturing environment focused on early childhood development. This setting prioritises close partnerships with families to support each child's growth and wellbeing. Designed to inspire curiosity and creativity, its carefully arranged learning areas encourage exploration and play. Children from 3 months to 5 years benefit from a curriculum that goes beyond day care, promoting emotional resilience and school readiness. Led by a passionate and experienced team, the nursery fosters strong relationships and provides flexible arrangements to help every child feel confident and secure.
How to apply
We look forward to hearing from you, please email your CV to ASQ Education or visit our website and apply online at www.asq-education.co.uk
About us
ASQ Education partners with a variety of nursery, primary and secondary schools across London and the Home Counties to offer you the latest and best selection of educational positions.
We will help you find the right short term, long term or permanent role in a school and location that suits you. We can assist you in your search for a Nursery Management role, Room leading role or Practitioner role in a nursery. Also supporting you in Teacher’s roles, Teaching Assistant or Supervisor’s roles in a primary or secondary school, or a Learning Support Assistant role in an SEN school, we will work closely with you to ensure you get the job that you want.
We are also here to guide you through every step of the recruitment process and provide a wealth of resources and expert advice to support you in your search for the perfect role.