Room Leader

Job description
*** £1,000 new starter BONUS (t&c’s apply) ***

We are a family-run business that not only offers the very best care for babies and young children, but also provides team members with excellent terms, benefits and career progression in a friendly and welcoming environment!

Our mission is to nurture every child into confident life-long learners who develop respect and become valued members of the community. We strive to provide a fun environment which promotes learning through play and challenges creativity, curiosity and imagination.

The Role

Are you passionate about early years and aim to deliver a high standard of care and education? We are seeking a qualified Level 3 Room Leader to join our rapidly growing team!

You can expect to spend your day inspiring the children whilst being inspired by them, learning and developing together as a key group. No two days will be the same; the role is fun, rewarding and challenging.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £26,000 based on experience & qualifications with the opportunity to earn a further bonus! Pension scheme Flexible working patterns Free lunches prepared by our chef 50% discount on childcare places for your children, 10% for one other family member Accrual of annual leave – 28 days as standard Annual pay review Frequent opportunities for promotion Access and support to excellent training and development Free uniform Regular team building events Paid overtime, staff meetings and parent’s evenings

Skills & Requirements

• A full and relevant level 3 qualification is required A good understanding of the EYFS to enable you to observe, plan and keep accurate records of the children’s learning Experience working in a nursery setting A passion to provide high quality childcare The ability to work as part of a team Good communication and grasp of the English language Responsibilities & Duties

• Leading your team to ensure the highest standards of care and education are maintained Reporting to senior management and working with them to develop and improve provision Looking after babies from 3 months up to pre-school who are almost 5, depending on the room you are based in Ensuring the nursery runs smoothly whilst working as part of a team and using your ideas to provide a fun environment for the children in your care Supervising your team, completing peer observations and supporting their CPD Ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times Completing written observations and progress reviews to share with the children’s families and any agencies we are working with Planning and implementing activities to progress children’s learning Following and implementing all inclusion, safeguarding and health and safety policies and procedures Using your excellent communication skills to welcome everyone that comes into our nursery and build strong relationships with our parents, children and team Singing, dancing, story-telling and having lots of fun!

If this sounds like the right fit for you, please provide a cv with your application and we will be in touch

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Childcare
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Experience:

• Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
• Management: 1 year (preferred)