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Location

West Hampstead, Greater London | United Kingdom

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Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Level 3 qualified Room Leader to become a valued member of a fantastic team within an established company. Our clients warm and friendly nursery is proudly located within the heart of a vibrant residential area, the nursery has undergone an impressive refurbishment and features a fantastic outdoor garden where the children can play and explore sensory experiences.

Company Overview:

A privately run nursery where the staff team are committed to providing exceptional care for the children entrusted to them. They believe that every child should feel accepted, confident, and valued and they ensure that a warm and accepting atmosphere is created at all times, where children feel loved and supported.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

·To be a confident room leader with the ability to lead and support the team and to implement good structure and routine

·Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

·Encourage each child to develop a love for learning by inspiring them to be more inquisitive and discover their own interests resulting in curious, independent lifelong learners

·Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones

·Carry out observations and maintain excellent developmental and achievement records

·Build and maintain strong parent/carer relationships and work in partnership to have a positive impact on children’s development and learning experiences

·Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding

Essential Skills and Experience:

·A recognised Level 3 or above Early Years qualification is essential for this role

·Previous experience of working in a childcare setting

·A passion to make learning fun and engaging for the children

·Excellent communication skills with the ability to use a variety of techniques to build trust and strong working relationships with children, colleagues and parents/carers

·Excellent knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and wider legislative requirements

Benefits:

Up to 30 days paid holiday per year
Discounted childcare
Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey
£1,000 joining bonus upon completion of probation period
£500 referral bonus upon completion of probation period
Free lunches/snacks provided
Ongoing and extensive training
Fun company events
Employee wellness programme
Company pension
Free DBS and suitability checks
Schedule:

40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday between 8am and 6pm and Friday between 8am and 2pm

Excellent transport links near-by

Immediate start date available for the successful candidate

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Salary

£27k per annum