* Family run ·· Supportive Management and team ·· 50% Employee Discount ·· CPD opportunities and Salary Reviews ·· Lots of training opportunities ·· Staff Member of the term £200 voucher opportunity ·· Room of the term £25 voucher ··· 31 days holiday (increases with service, up to 36 days) ·· Wellbeing Support -
Kinderland is growing We're looking for a fantastic Room Leader/Senior Early Years Practitioner to join our lovely team We are seeking dynamic leaders with a genuine passion for guiding their room and creating the best opportunities for children. Kinderland Day Nurseries are a family-run establishment that has been offering high-quality childcare in Croydon since 1995. Our sister day nursery officially opened in January 2025
At Kinderland we create an environment where children are happy, engaged, safe, and healthy. While we have two wonderful buildings and excellent resources, we firmly believe that our staff are our greatest asset and have the most significant impact on our children's lives.
As a Room Leader you would…
* Bring enthusiasm and excitement to every day, leading the team and encouraging everyone to do their very best for the children in our care.
* Ensuring the children are happy, settled and content
* Inspire your team daily
* Ensure a high standard of care for all children
* Develop and main meaningful, professional relationships with parents and carers
* Be able to embark on new adventures and develop wondrous new ideas to give the children the very best chance at learning something new
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you
To be considered for the Senior Early Years Practitioner role you must have a minimum of a Level 3 qualification and good knowledge of the EYFS. In addition, you must possess the following key skills and experience:
* Good communication skills
* Passion for Early Years
* Sector Experience
* Be a quick thinker
* Desire to help children develop and grow to achieve their full potential
* Sense of humour
* Enthusiasm and patience
* An attentive and compassionate nature
* A BIG smile
If you're interested in the opportunity for the Senior Early Years Practitioner position based in Central Croydon, with excellent training opportunities to develop your career, please apply by submitting your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role. We look forward to hearing from you
Our nursery is situated in Central Croydon, with convenient transport links to East Croydon Station, South Croydon Station, and West Croydon Station. The nearest tram stops are George Street Tram Stop, Wellesley Road Tram Stop, and East Croydon Tram Stop. We are also conveniently located for many bus routes.
We look forward to hearing from you
Safeguarding
We have named persons within the nursery who take lead responsibility for safeguarding and
co-ordinate child protection and welfare issues, known as the Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSL), there is always at least one designated person on duty during the opening hours of the setting.
All applicants should be aware that a huge part of the role is ensuring children are continuously safeguarded from any harm. Any job offers will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, thorough referencing, an induction programme, and 3 months' probation period. All successful candidates will be given lots of training upon starting their role.
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected'. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Please detail any criminal convictions except those 'spent', or otherwise 'protected', under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If you have none, please state. Employment is dependent upon obtaining a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Data protection
We are aware of our obligations under data protection legislation, including the obligation to collect only the data that is required for our specific purpose. The information collected in this application form is specific to our recruitment exercise and necessary for the performance of the role that you have applied for. If you are recruited for the role you have applied for, or any other role you are offered by us, the information provided will then be used for the purposes of your employment with us, together with further information collected upon recruitment for those purposes. We are aware of our obligations under data protection legislation, including the obligation to collect only the data that is required for our specific purpose. The information collected in this application form is specific to our recruitment exercise and necessary for the performance of the role that you have applied for. If you are recruited for the role you have applied for, or any other role you are offered by us, the information provided will then be used for the purposes of your employment with us, together with further information collected upon recruitment for those purposes.
Benefits
* Additional leave
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Employee discount
* Referral programme
* Wellness programme
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