Nursery Preschool Room Leader - Ham

A small private nursery in Ham is looking for an exceptional, experienced, 'Pre-school Room Leader' to join our wonderful team!

Requirements:

• Degree in Early Years / QTS (Preferred)
• Minimum relevant Level 3 early years childcare qualification
• Minimum 2 years childcare experience
• Previous experience leading a class of up to 26 children aged between 3-5 years, and managing a team of up to 3 staff members
• Knowledge of the EYFS

Qualities you must have:

• Very strong communication skills with children, parents, Manager & staff
• Competent computer skills (email, Office etc)
• The ability to be a valuable part of a team
• Experienced at implementing the EYFS in nursery settings
• Ability to use your experience and professionalism to build on our good work
• Insistence on high standards of care and education
• Enthusiastic with a love for children and for developing their learning
• Ability to share your ideas for planning and activities
• Ability to make the room a wonderful place to be for the children-and staff

Main activities and responsibilities:

• Working in partnership with and supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Nursery Manager to ensure the daily running and administration of the nursery, adhering to the Policies & Procedures of the company and compliance with the Children Act, Health and Safety legislation and within the guidelines of Ofsted and the National Standards.
• Ensuring confidentiality is maintained in the nursery.
• Supervising Nursery Nurses and Students and carrying out supervisory meetings where appropriate under the guidance of the Nursery Manager and Deputy Nursery Manager
• Supporting the Nursery Manager /Deputy Nursery Manager/ and organising the planning of activities in the Pre-school classroom.
• Liaising with the Nursery Manager/Deputy Nursery Manager in organising relevant staff, effective mentoring of junior staff, effective delegation and communication and promoting positive attitudes regarding the company.
• Attending regular meetings with the Nursery Manager/ Deputy Nursery Manager/ and participating in staff meetings.
• Care and supervision of the children with regard to their physical, emotional and intellectual needs.
• Assisting with staff inductions and helping new staff to fit into the nursery.
• Providing a good role model for Nursery Nurses and Students.
• Providing feedback to the Nursery Manger/ Deputy Nursery Manager on issues relating to the nursery day.
• Addressing staff and parent queries.
• Keeping and monitoring accident, incident and risk assessment records.
• Offering all children equal opportunities with regard to their religious persuasion, racial origins, gender, disabilities, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, challenge situations where racism or discrimination is displayed.
• Assisting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Nursery Manager participating in arranging regular children's outings.

What we offer:

* A fun and vibrant nursery with a strong leadership team
* On-going support and career development
* Up to £500 refer a friend bonus subject to probation period.
* Free onsite training
* Competitive pay/annual review
* Free uniform
* Family run
* Discounted childcare
* Meals provided

Located within a short walk from the following bus routes, 65, K5, 371

Postcode TW10 7RX