We are seeking a Nursery Room leader to work full time. Please only apply if you have a minimum level 3 qualification in a UK recognised early years qualification and Previous experience of leading a Room in a nursery setting with children under the age of 5 is essential.
This role is full time, working 40 hours per week – working a variety of shifts between the hours of 8am-6pm offering at least one half day per week.
Salary - £25,000 - £28,000 per annum dependent on experience
We offer:
- Competitive salary with an annual review
- 28 days holiday per year including, 5 days at Christmas, bank holidays and the remaining to take in your own time
- One extra day’s holiday per year increasing with each year of service
- Pension scheme
- Two paid staff training days per year
- Non-contact time provided each week during the nursery day to complete observations and update children’s framework
- In house training and opportunities to complete further qualifications
- Complimentary team building activities
- Time owed in lieu
- Well-being Wednesday's
- Wembley Outlet discounts
Duties:
Leading and working as part of a team to ensure the nursery runs smoothly and efficiently.
Caring for all children and ensuring their personal and hygiene needs are met daily.
Ensuring the children are happy, settled and content.
Observing, assessing, and planning for the children’s individual needs, ensuring their development is continuously monitored and create opportunities for children to progress.
Keeping up to date and informed of legislation in relation to early education and ensure that all paperwork is in keeping with the EYFS and Ofsted Requirements.
Becoming familiarised with the nursery's policies and procedures and working within these.
Sharing creative ideas and willingly involving your team in decision making for the classroom e.g., activities/planning
Delegating tasks to your team to ensure your
Forming professional and friendly partnerships with parents and forming secure relationships with the children.
Using our nursery app "Blossom Educational" - training will be provided.
Deputising in the absence of the Managers
What we would ask from you:
A minimum of Level 3 in Childcare or Montessori Diploma is essential.
Previous experience of leading a Room in a nursery setting with children under the age of 5 is essential.
Previous experience of working in a Montessori setting is desired but not essential.
Being a positive role model to your team.
An extensive knowledge of the current EYFS.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
To be passionate, motivated, have the ability to work well within a team and be able to adapt to a fun and inspiring way of working.
Good ICT skills
We take safeguarding very seriously and a current and clean Disclosure Barring Services (DBS) Certificate is essential.
Applicants for posts within the setting are clearly informed that the positions are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
please apply with your CV and we will return to you within 3 working days.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
- Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person