Join Our Team as a Jigsaw Pinner Nursery Room Leader!
Salary: £31,500 Per Annum
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, all year round.
Welcome to Jigsaw Pinner Day Nursery, a nurturing and vibrant environment located within the Pinner Free Church, just a stone's throw from Pinner Memorial Park and the West House & Health Robinson Museum. With our recent Good rating from Ofsted, we pride ourselves on providing a safe and stimulating space for children to learn and grow. Our facilities include three spacious classrooms and a large, all-weather outdoor area, complete with a nature garden for exploration and play.
We are on the lookout for a passionate Nursery Room Leader to join our dedicated team. Established in 1994 and now part of Family First Day Nurseries, we are committed to delivering exceptional early years education. If you hold a Level 3 Childcare Qualification and are ready to embrace a full-time role with flexible shifts between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, we want to hear from you!
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we believe in valuing our team members. Here’s what we offer:
* £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus
* Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children!
* Referral Programme: Earn up to £750 by referring a friend!
* Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
* Health and Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
* Career Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your growth.
* Convenient Transport Links
We truly appreciate the hard work and dedication of our team. That’s why we’re excited to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus to all our Deputy Managers across our Nurseries after just 6 months of service. Join us and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions!
Your Role as Room Leader
As a Room Leader, you will:
* Provide engaging and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
* Support the holistic development of children—physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
* Assist staff in maintaining high-quality updates on the EyLog system and child learning journals.
* Lead by example, promoting respect and consistency in your role.
* Implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments.
* Maintain accurate records on the EyMan system and ensure compliance with safety standards.
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor.
* Understand and uphold the statutory framework for the EYFS.
*Please note that the duties outlined 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 Childcare qualification – Essential.
* Over 1 year of experience in Early Years – Essential.
* Over 6 months of experience in a senior position – Desirable.
* Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating – Desirable.
* Understanding of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements – Essential.
* Fluency in written and spoken English – Essential.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting 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 positions, and enhanced checks will be conducted as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
At Jigsaw Pinner, part of the Family First Group, we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young children and be part of a supportive team, we can't wait to meet you!