Early Years Room Leader £30,000 - £32,500
Purple Jay Nurseries are a growing company, so now is an exciting time to be joining us as you can be fully involved in its future development and growth.
We are passionate about creating bespoke learning opportunities for every child, using teaching methods with a high importance on emotional intelligence
We are currently looking for a Nursery Room Leader to join our Peckham Rye team.
You will work alongside the management team in delivering high quality provision and leading staff members in the room.
You will need a Level 3, full and relevant qualification or equivalent in childcare and a thorough understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. You will need to be enthusiastic and have a positive attitude along with excellent communication skills. The ability to build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents and staff is also vital. You must also be patient, empathetic, caring, and friendly.
What we offer:
* 30 Days annual leave (including 8 bank holidays) increasing with length of service.
* 30% Childcare discount
* Retailer, restaurant and cinema discounts
* Access to free counselling sessions
* Money off Optical and Dental treatments as well as other medical services
* Free lunch provided daily
* Increased annual leave for long service
* Opportunities for career progression
Qualifications and Skills
* 1+ years of Room Leader experience (Preferred)
* 2+ years of Nursery experience (Preferred)
* Level 3 Early Years/Childcare Diploma (full and relevant)
* Knowledge of OFSTED standards
* Excellent knowledge of the EYFS
* Good time management skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Strong people management skills
* Knowledge and understanding of equal opportunities / SENCO etc.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as a key person
* Carry out observations, assessments and planning for key children and support the staff team with their key children
* Promote a high standard of quality within the nursery, including practice, environment, and resources to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage
* Support the transition of children into the nursery and then onto the next room
* Build positive relationships with children, their families, and colleagues
* Support the staff working in the room with their own personal development
* Develop and maintain professional working relationships with relevant external agencies where appropriate
* Ensure that all children are kept safe, and that staff are confident to follow safeguarding procedures
* Adhere to all company policies and procedures and ensure they are also adhered to by all staff
* In conjunction with the management team identify, address and support in individual training needs and self-development such as supervisions and appraisals
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£32,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Casual dress
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Store discount
Application question(s):
* Have a full and relevant Level 3 Qualification in Early Years
Experience:
* Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person