Room Leader / Early Years Educator | Chingford (E4) | £14.40-£15.00ph

Lead, Explore, and Inspire by the Forest! 🌳

Are you a passionate early years professional who loves the great outdoors just as much as creating magical indoor learning spaces? We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic early years leader to join a wonderful setting where nature, curiosity, and exploration are at the heart of everyday learning.

We are working with a highly trusted, 72-place nursery nestled in a beautiful Lodge House on the edge of Epping Forest in Chingford (E4). This unique setting boasts half an acre of grounds with three Forest School gardens, a dedicated preschool Log Cabin, and a calming indoor sensory room. Rated "Good" by Ofsted—with a new inspection expected soon—and holding a stellar 9.6 Daynurseries score, it is celebrated for its long-standing team and excellent parent partnerships.

Whether you are driving in (free parking is available!) or taking public transport (the 397 bus from Chingford Overground stops right outside), you will be joining a welcoming team in a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to grow.

The Caring Educator We Need:

We are looking for a dedicated professional who loves creating a stimulating, safe space where children can thrive—whether they are exploring the natural woodland environment or relaxing in the sensory room.

What you will be doing:

• Supervising and supporting children at all times.

• Preparing and supporting activities.

• Maintaining a safe, engaging and welcoming environment.

• Following company policies, safeguarding procedures and operational practices.

• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

• Attending staff meetings, planning sessions and training as required.
  
  

What you must bring to the room:

• The Right Experience: A deeply nurturing personality, a love for outdoor learning, and a readiness to get hands-on with daily care, play, and discovery.

• Safety First: A strict commitment to following company policies and safeguarding procedures. (Please note: An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role).
  
  
  

The Benefits of Joining This Team:

This nursery believes in looking after their staff just as well as they look after the children. When you join them permanently, you will receive an incredible, comprehensive benefits package:

Core Benefits:

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period.

• Christmas and New Year shutdown.

• Flexible working options available.

• Big childcare discount.

• £500 refer a friend bonus.

• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.

• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1.

• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65.

• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by current colleagues!
  
  

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits:

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks.

• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks.

• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid.

• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid.

• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid.

• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you!

• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service.
  
  

Even More Benefits:

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S and major supermarkets.

• 24 hour remote GP appointments.

• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies.

• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams.

• Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities.

• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation.
  
  

Start your journey now 

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks to manage applications efficiently; however, all hiring decisions are made directly by our team.

This nursery reviews applications as soon as they are received and may close the role early, so don't wait around!

Click "Apply Now" to submit your CV and secure a fantastic permanent role in a truly supportive Chingford nursery.

• Category: Nursery Permanent Jobs
• Hours: 40
• Location: Chingford
• Salary / Rate: £14.40 – £15.00 per hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Job Ref: ZR_LDNG9
• Call: 0113 328 0668