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Salary Negotiable up to £30,000 for high qualifications and experience
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£500 Welcome Bonus for Level 2 or above
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Monthly Bonuses up to £600 a year
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32 Days Holiday (Never work between Christmas and New Year again!)
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Free Courses for career development
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Pension Scheme
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Uniform Provided
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Shift Work: Flexible hours each week
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Wellbeing Program
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Company Socials and Events
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Annual Pay Reviews
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Birthday Off
Job Title: Room Leader/ Third in Charge
Reports to: Nursery Management Team
Role Overview: As a Room Leader, you'll be the heart of your room, inspiring both children and staff with your energy and dedication. You'll ensure the room is a safe, stimulating, and inclusive space where every child can thrive. Plus, you'll step up as a leader in the Nursery Manager's absence, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Your Daily Adventures:
Lead and Inspire: Supervise your room and team, making sure everyone is aligned with our policies and standards. Be a positive role model and mentor for your colleagues.
Engage with Families: Build strong partnerships with parents, providing clear and friendly communication. Keep the parent feedback board lively and updated daily.
Maintain Excellence: Ensure all paperwork, from observations to learning journeys, is accurate and up-to-date. Oversee new children’s onboarding, ensuring they feel welcomed and supported.
Collaborate and Share: Work closely with other Room Leaders to maintain consistent practices and share valuable information.
Safeguard with Care: Prioritize the safety and well-being of all children, following safeguarding procedures diligently.
Be Flexible: Adapt to different rooms and roles as needed to support the nursery's smooth operation. Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and nursery events.
Create a High-Quality Environment: Keep your room tidy, safe, and inspiring, always aligned with the seven areas of learning. Ensure resources are well-maintained and make suggestions for improvements.
Champion Equality: Promote and practice our equality opportunity policy, ensuring all children are respected and supported. Work with external agencies to provide the best care for children with additional needs.
Daily Essentials: Occasionally assist with domestic tasks, ensuring the clean and welcoming nursery environment.
Requirements:
Qualified educator (Level 3 or above)
Experience in a nursery or similar setting
Passion for child development
Creativity, fun, and liveliness
Good timekeeper and proactive
Convenient Location:
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Train Links: Earlsfield train station offers direct connections to Clapham Junction (4 minutes), London Waterloo (12 minutes), and Wimbledon (5 minutes).
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Bus Links: Several bus routes serve the area, including:
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Route 44: between Tooting Station and Victoria Station
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Route 77: between Tooting Station and Waterloo Station
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Route 270: between Putney Bridge and Mitcham
With excellent public transport options, commuting to work has never been easier!
Extras:
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DBS Criminal Record Disclosure check
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Safeguarding and first aid training
Schedule:
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Day shifts, Monday to Friday, no weekends
Join us and make a real difference in the lives of our little ones