Join Our Team at Woodlands Day Nursery and Preschool!
Position: Nursery Room Leader
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday - Friday, All year round
Salary: £33,779.20 per annum
Joining Bonus: £1,000
Welcome to Woodlands Day Nursery and Preschool, where we create a home away from home for children! Located in the heart of Oxted, just a 10-minute stroll from Oxted Station and steps away from St Mary's Primary School, our nursery is a warm and inviting space. Here, children feel safe, valued, and inspired every day. Our nurturing rooms are filled with natural light, and our outdoor play areas encourage curiosity and confidence to flourish. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children!
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we believe in valuing our team members. Here’s what we offer:
* £1,000 Joining Bonus
* £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus
* Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750
* Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children
* Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
* Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline
* Development Opportunities: Tailored learning and development to support your career growth
* Excellent Transport Links
Your Role as Room Leader
As a Room Leader, you will:
* Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development
* Support the holistic development of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs
* Assist staff in maintaining high-quality records in the EyLog system and child learning journals
* Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility in your role
* Implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments
* Maintain accurate records related to children and staff on the EyMan system
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor
* Understand and meet the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS
*Please note that duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive and may evolve over time.
What You Need to Succeed
To thrive in this role, you will need:
* Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential
* Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential
* Over 6 months’ experience in a senior position - Desirable
* Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable
* Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential
* Fluency in written and spoken English - Essential
We are dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
At Woodlands Day Nursery and Preschool, part of the Family First Group, we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.