Nursery Room Leader

Department: Little Elms Peninsula

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery Peninsula

Reporting To: Nursery Manager

Compensation: £27,040 - £28,500 / year

Description

£1000 Welcome Bonus
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
We are currently looking for a skilled and experienced Nursery Room Leader to be based in our North Greenwich Peninsula Nursery. The nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor area.
You can earn up to £28,500.00 per annum working Full time (40 hours per week) – 4 days a week or 5 days.

Things you need to know –

• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references.
• The successful candidate will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer
• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

* The welcome bonus will be paid in two instalments. £500 will be paid in the first salary payment after joining, then another £500 upon completion of probation (6 months, unless extended). The welcome bonus will be subject to normal Tax & NI deductions.
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. 

Key Responsibilities

• Child Care & Supervision: Ensure children's safety, well-being, and development through age-appropriate activities.
• Staff Supervision: Lead, guide, and support nursery staff, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Curriculum Planning: Plan and implement educational activities aligned with developmental needs and regulations.
• Parent Communication: Keep parents informed on their child’s progress and encourage their involvement.
• Health & Safety: Ensure a clean, safe environment and follow health and safety practices.
• Professional Development: Stay updated with training and encourage staff growth.
• Behaviour Management: Implement positive strategies to manage behaviour and support children with additional needs.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 1 years’ experience in a Nursery Room Leader role or equivalent
• Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children

Benefits

• New Starter £1000 Welcome bonus!!!
• Excellent rates of pay.
• Service recognition awards – get an extra day’s annual leave, for each year worked
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA)
• Generous Childcare discount
• Support to gain higher qualifications
• Internal promotion opportunities
• Free Uniform
• New starter goody bag