At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a small team and create engaging learning activities for children.
- Company: Join a supportive nursery group that values team development.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 4-day work week, childcare discounts, and fun social events.
- Other info: Opportunities for further training in exciting disciplines like Forest School Leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent and experience as a Room Leader.
The predicted salary is between 24300 - 29700 $ per year.
- Flexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day week
- Qualification: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent
Why join our client's Family?
You are an amazing Early Years Educator who has previous experience of being a Room Leader - managing a small team and planning activities for your room.
Our Client believes that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children.
That is why they strive to offer their staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. they offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours) including in exciting disciplines such as Forest School Leadership and Montessori so you have career opportunities across their eight nurseries.
Flexi Working
Time off work is important to keep to you fresh, enthusiastic and raring to go.
This is why our client have introduced the 4-day week.
This allows you to choose to work your 40 hours over 4 days, giving you an extra day off every week!
The Role
Our client are looking for a qualified and experienced Early Years Practitioner who already has some experience as a Room Leader. You will be responsible for:
- Managing, developing and motivating a small team;
- Planning a wide range of educational activities for your room and creating engaging learning environments;
- Showcasing the room to prospective parents;
- Building excellent relationships with children, parents and colleagues;
- Delivering our 'Learning through play’ ethos;
- Promoting child welfare and ensuring all safeguarding procedures are followed.
- Great career path and promotion prospects;
- Further Training including in Forest School Leadership and Montessori;
- 4-day week option;
- Discount on Childcare Fees (50% from day one increasing to 66% with service);
- Fun social events throughout the year and an annual Christmas party;
- Celebration of hard work - bonuses, vouchers and social events;
- Discounts on high street shops such as Asda, Curry's and PC World;
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- What you will bring
- NVQ/Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early Years, NNEB, Montessori Diploma, Early Years Degree or QTS;
- Experience as a Room Leader;
- Strong knowledge of EYFS and children’s learning and development;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Self-motivation, innovation and a positive outlook;
- Good verbal and written communication skills;
- Strong planning and organisational skills;
- Lots of energy; and above all,
A passion for delivering amazing educational experiences to children.
An Enhanced DBS check and reference checks will be carried out prior to employment.
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Join a nurturing and supportive environment where your growth as an Early Years Educator is prioritised. With the unique opportunity to work a 4-day week, you can enjoy a better work-life balance while benefiting from extensive training options, including Forest School Leadership and Montessori. Our client values their team, offering competitive childcare discounts, social events, and recognition for hard work, making it an exceptional place to develop your career in early childhood education.
