We are recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Room Leader for our busy and fun Toddler Room.
Who are we?
We are a growing group of nurseries in East London. Our diverse team are authentic, committed and celebrated for their differences. They bring their whole-selves to work every day. Why? Because it’s fun! Our days are adventure packed, messy and creative. Adults and children take risks, push boundaries and are encouraged to be completely and utterly themselves living by our 4 values – Be Real, Be Thoughtful, Be Your Best and Be Awe-some. In addition to our making, doing and creating approach that allows children to become confident and capable learners we also love being outdoors! Our fabulous location enables us to encourage our children to be outdoor city adventurers with daily trips to local green spaces for school activities, trips to Canary Wharf and even boat rides along the River Thames.
What are we looking for?
The Room Leader plays an important part in this vision and will be the driver behind ensuring the children are provided with a stimulating programme of activities to enhance their learning and encourage their curiosity. You will lead a team of staff. You will have experience leading a busy room and inspiring your team. You will be equally adventurous, have bundles of energy and a passion for the importance of children learning though play.
To show our appreciation for your dedication you can expect:
- Competitive annual salary dependant on experience
- 32 days holiday a year
- Paid Overtime
- Access to dedicated training and development
- Free daily lunch freshly cooked by our on site chef
- Supportive working environment with a welcoming, friendly and like-minded team
- Strong opportunities for promotion as we expand and open a second setting soon
Main Duties include but are not limited to:
- To play a key role in implementing the vision and ethos of the nursery, setting out very high expectations with a clear focus on children’s achievement.
- To work closely with the nursery’s Management team on the implementation of the pre-school Curriculum
- Manage delegated aspects of the nursery’s activities in accordance with policies and practice, under the overall direction of the management team.
- To be responsible for the supervision and management of staff in the room
- To inspire, motivate and influence staff, demonstrated through role modelling and actively promoting strong reflective practice by staff that is underpinned by a range of early year’s theoretical frameworks.
- To contribute to staff development by undertaking effective support and ensure staff maintain high professional standards.
- Ensure children are provided with a safe, caring and stimulating environment in accordance with local authority and Ofsted requirements and ensure staff work within the parameters of safeguarding children.
- To carry out high quality observations, planning and assessments using the EYFS development matters bandings, identifying next steps for children’s learning. Ensure children’s files are kept up to date and regular reports are completed to ensure effective communication with colleagues and parents
- To work in partnership with parents, and ensure that other staff foster and develop good relationships, and actively involve them in all aspects of their children’s care and learning both within the setting and at home
Essential Experience & Skills Required:
- CACHE / NNEB/ NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years’ post qualification experience
- Minimum 1 years’ experience in a nursery as a room leader
- Excellent people management skills
- Significant and recent experience of working with children aged 0 to 5 years
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