Nursery Practitioner Room Manager
Application Deadline: 30 June 2025
Department: Little Elms Lee
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery Lee
Reporting To: Room Manager
Compensation: £33,000 - £34,000 / year
Description
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
We are a family-run childcare provider committed to offering affordable childcare and recognizing qualified practitioners with competitive salaries. We support unqualified team members through our apprenticeship program. Join our team at Beckenham Little Elms!
We are recruiting a skilled and experienced Nursery Practitioner Room Manager to lead our team at Lee Nursery. The nursery features state-of-the-art facilities, including bright indoor rooms and outdoor play areas.
The salary for the Room Manager position ranges from £33K to £34K per annum, depending on experience. The role is full-time (40 hours/week), across 5 days.
To qualify, candidates must have:
* At least 1 year’s experience in a Nursery Practitioner or leadership role
* Level 3 or higher qualification in Early Years childcare
* Strong knowledge of EYFS & Statutory framework
* Excellent communication skills
* Leadership ability and initiative
* A passion for working with children
* Flexibility and professionalism
* Good time management and commitment to quality education and care
* Experience leading Ofsted inspections and understanding of EYFS
* Ability to foster a culture of kindness, transparency, and leadership
Additional Information:
* This position requires an Enhanced DBS check and employment references.
* Successful candidates must complete online safeguarding training.
* Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to safeguarding children.
*A welcome bonus of £1000 is paid in two installments: £500 after joining and £500 after 6 months (probation completion). Deductions for tax and NI apply.
The company cannot sponsor international workers. Evidence of right to work in the UK is required.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule:
* Holidays
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee the delivery of high-quality care and education at Lee Nursery, supporting a large team and ensuring compliance with standards.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* At least 1 year’s experience in a Nursery Practitioner or Room Manager role
* Level 3 or higher qualification in Early Years childcare
* Excellent knowledge of EYFS & statutory framework
* Strong communication skills
* Leadership and initiative
* Passion for child development
Benefits
* £1000 Welcome bonus for new starters
* Competitive pay rates
* Service recognition awards and extra leave
* Free daily hot lunch
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme (BUPA)
* Recognition events and professional development opportunities
* Wellbeing support and flexible working
* Ofsted Outstanding Bonus
* Employee recognition schemes
* Training and career growth support
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