Nursery Room Leader

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Nursery Room Leader to join an excellent nursery based in Reading. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education with either a level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent and a genuine love for working with young children. This role involves leading the team of Nursery Practitioners, managing the room, creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes the development of children in the nursery setting. As a Nursery Room Leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experiences of our youngest learners.

Job Title: Nursery Room Leader
Location: Reading
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent
Salary: 27,000 - 28,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality care for children aged 0-5 years, ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met.
• Support and supervise playroom staff with their day-to-day duties
• Plan and implement engaging educational activities that promote early childhood development.
• Deploy staff appropriately to ensure that the required standards are delivered and maintained within the rooms
• Implementation of the nursery key carer procedures and allocate children to key carers appropriately
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for children to explore and learn.
• Ensure the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress and any concerns that may arise.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a cohesive team approach to childcare.
• Manage daily routines, including mealtimes, nap times, and play activities.
• Observe and assess children's development, documenting progress as required.
• Drive initiatives that promote leadership within the nursery setting.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a childcare setting.
• Paediatric First Aid certification.
• Understanding of child-led learning approaches.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 31 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
• Wellbeing day
• 50% childcare discount
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and welcoming team environment.

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on young lives and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Room Leader.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We are anequal opportunity employerand select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Refresh Recruitment Limited does not presently hold a Sponsorship License and while this status is reviewed regularly there is no present proposal to apply for such a License