Room Leader
Fordingbridge - UK
Job Summary
Room Leader
30000 per year 40 Hours per Week Good Ofsted
Housed within a beautifully converted Grade II listed building this Good Ofsted-rated nursery has retained much of its original charm while creating spacious welcoming environments designed specifically for young children. The result is a setting that feels warm and familiar while still providing plenty of room for children to play explore and develop their independence.
As Room Leader youll take ownership of your room and lead by example creating an environment where children feel settled and practitioners feel supported. Youll have the freedom to bring ideas into the room develop your team and ensure every childs individual interests and developmental needs are reflected in their daily experiences.
What Were Looking For
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
- Previous experience as a Room Leader Senior Nursery Practitioner or within a similar senior early years position.
- Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
- Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection requirements.
- Confidence leading supporting and motivating a room team.
- Ability to plan engaging learning experiences around childrens individual interests.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- A warm approachable and hands-on leadership style.
What Youll Receive
- 30000 per year
- 40 hours per week
- Competitive annual leave package
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Heavily discounted childcare
- Pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Paid enhanced DBS check
- Benefits portal
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunity to work within a characterful Good Ofsted-rated nursery
Your Role
- Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your room.
- Lead support and motivate practitioners to deliver consistently high standards of care and education.
- Create engaging learning opportunities that encourage childrens confidence curiosity and independence.
- Ensure the room remains stimulating organised and welcoming throughout the day.
- Observe and assess childrens development using their interests to plan appropriate next steps.
- Build strong relationships with children and their families.
- Support and mentor colleagues encouraging their continued professional development.
- Work closely with the wider management team to maintain high standards throughout the nursery.
- Ensure safeguarding health and safety and EYFS requirements are consistently
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements including an enhanced DBS check satisfactory references and verification of the right to work in the UK in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Reference: WILL251454/DB
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