Room Leader

Dubizzle Limited; St Albans; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in St Albans is looking for a dedicated Room Leader to oversee educational activities and nurture children's development. You will plan the EYFS curriculum, supervise staff, and engage with families. Ideal candidates have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and experience in childcare. The position offers excellent benefits and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Bupa Employee Assistance

Unique Early Learning program

Less paperwork

Use of tablets linked to Parent App

State-of-the-art technology

Excellent pay rates

Great holiday entitlement

Career prospects

Free DBS check and uniform

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience in nursery or childcare, ideally in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning of EYFS curriculum for quality education.
• Supervise nursery team, ensuring understanding of roles.
• Foster a caring atmosphere to meet children's individual needs.
• Monitor progress and communicate with parents.
• Adhere to health and safety and safeguarding policies.
• Engage with parents to build relationships.

Skills

Early Years Qualification Level 3

Experience in nursery or childcare

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

Join the team at Banana Moon!

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Room Leader at Banana Moon Day Nurseries to create a warm and inspiring environment where children can thrive and develop. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in the daily activities of the nursery and contribute significantly to the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum to ensure quality educational experiences for children.
• Supervise the nursery team, providing guidance and support to ensure all staff understand their roles and responsibilities.
• Foster a secure and caring atmosphere for children, where their individual needs are met and celebrated.
• Monitor children’s progress and maintain relevant records, sharing updates with parents and colleagues.
• Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to, including safeguarding, health and safety, and quality assurance processes.
• Engage with parents and families to build strong relationships and provide regular updates on children’s development.
• Be a role model for staff and students, promoting good practice and a positive culture within the nursery.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• A minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting, ideally in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and provide support and guidance to others.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We welcome your application to become a valued member of the Banana Moon team, where you can make a real difference in the lives of children!

Benefits

• Bupa Employee Assistance. We all have times in our life when we need a little extra support, which is why we’re working with Bupa to bring all of our employees a free, 24-hour confidential helpline service
• A unique Early Learning and Development program for our children
• Less paperwork is involved, meaning that you can spend more time with the children
• Use of tablets that are linked to our bespoke 'Parent App', giving instant messages to and from parents about their child's day and development
• State-of-the-art technology, including a biometric entry system, an interactive screen for our Preschool children as well as our Parent App and tablets
• Excellent rates of pay (based on experience and qualification)
• Great holiday entitlement
• Great career prospects
• You will be provided with a free DBS check and uniform if offered the job
• If you feel that you are looking for a challenge, or simply want to further your experience with the possibility of promotion and working your way up in a company, this is where you should apply!