Room Leader
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated member of staff, with previous leadership skills or someone that is ready to take on a new challenge. They must hold a level 3 (or above) childcare qualification. The successful candidate needs to be able to work on their own initiative as well as work as part of a team, guiding others to ensure the highest level of care towards the children, showing flexibility while working with all age groups. They must be reliable and trustworthy and have a real passion for working with children, providing them with activities to meet their individual needs. Any SEND experience would also be a benefit for the setting.
Working hours will be on a shift basis to cover our opening hours. We are open from Monday to Thursday and on Friday (term time only).
Experience and qualifications will reflect in the salary offered.
The successful candidate must have their own transport, as public transport does not come onto Thorney Island.
Job Purpose:
· Support Deputy Manager/Manager to create and maintain excellent standards of care in a stimulating fun environment which enables learning and development of happy enquiring minds.
· To work collaboratively with the Deputy Manager, Nursery Manager and other team members in meeting the personal, social and learning needs of children, including those with special needs and/or bilingual needs, and to establish positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
· To represent the Nursery in a professional manner at all times by valuing the building, wearing correct uniform, respecting confidentiality and dealing with matters professionally and sensitively
Job description:
· To ensure effective planning is created that will challenge and stimulate the children using their interests and next steps. To encourage all room members to participate in this planning using the EYFS and learning goals.
· To deliver planning and activities with enthusiasm and knowledge to ensure best outcomes. To provide your primary attention to the activity and the children taking part whilst being mindful of other children within the room and ensure team members work to the same standard.
· To take on key worker responsibilities and duties to maintain high quality learning journals.
· To ensure children are supported during free flow activities and opportunities safely.
· To ensure children are prepared and equipped to tackle all activities; aprons/wet weather suits
· To ensure the activities created stimulating and challenging inside and outside that support all areas of the EYFS
· To have knowledge of the EYFS framework and attend training when required.
· To follow safeguarding procedures, policies and welfare requirements.
· To attend courses needed for professional development and to benefit the Nursery.
· To assist in devising/monitoring of children's individual activities, evaluate and review.
· To support children to access activities on offer supporting their individual needs and level of development
· To complete additional assessment tools to best support children who are not meeting their learning goals e.g. speech trackers/STAR observations and ensure team members do the same.
· To develop positive relationships with children and staff to assist general well-being and calm & pleasant atmosphere within the Nursery.
· To evaluate activities on a regular basis and input into plans at staff meetings.
· To hold regular parent meetings to ensure the best outcomes for children
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £13.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Leadership: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person