Assistant Nursery Room Leader

Claires Court; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Career progression

Meals provided

Personal accident cover

Cycle to work

Fee concession for Claires Court

Job summary

Claires Court is seeking a Nursery Room Leader support to help run the room daily and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment at The Thicket in Maidenhead.

You will assist with developing the nursery team and step up to lead the room confidently in the Room Leader’s absence, planning age-appropriate activities and ensuring high safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification.
• Have previous experience working within an early years or nursery setting.
• Work positively and flexibly as part of a wider nursery team.
• Be confident stepping up and taking responsibility when required.
• Engage fully with the school’s ethos and contribute creatively and reflectively.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to children’s welfare, safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily organisation of the room, deploying staff and resources effectively while maintaining appropriate ratios.
• Deputise for the Room Leader and oversee room operations in their absence.
• Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for every child.
• Plan and deliver stimulating, age-appropriate activities based on each child’s individual needs.
• Complete observations and assist with assessments using the Evidence Me app.
• Ensure children’s learning records remain accurate, current and effectively shared.
• Model excellent practice and support the development of colleagues across the nursery.
• Build trusted relationships with parents and carers through open and professional communication.
• Follow all nursery policies covering safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification

Tools

Evidence Me app

Job description

Location: The Thicket, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 3QE

Salary: £37,440 per annum, all year round & upon completion of your probation you will receive a £1,000 bonus

Hours: Monday to Friday

Start date: As soon as possible

About Claires Court

Claires Court is an all-through diamond-structure school where girls and boys can thrive in surroundings suited to their learning and social needs.

Our coherent learning philosophy, the Claires Court Essentials, is underpinned by values that help young people develop confidence, self-worth and self-belief.

The Role

Working alongside the Nursery Room Leader, you will support the effective day-to-day running of the room and help maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

You will assist with the development of the nursery team and step up to lead the room confidently in the Room Leader’s absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily organisation of the room, deploying staff and resources effectively while maintaining appropriate ratios
• Deputise for the Room Leader and oversee room operations in their absence
• Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for every child
• Plan and deliver stimulating, age-appropriate activities based on each child’s individual needs
• Complete observations and assist with assessments using the Evidence Me app
• Ensure children’s learning records remain accurate, current and effectively shared
• Model excellent practice and support the development of colleagues across the nursery
• Build trusted relationships with parents and carers through open and professional communication
• Follow all nursery policies covering safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR

About You

• Hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification
• Have previous experience working within an early years or nursery setting
• Work positively and flexibly as part of a wider nursery team
• Be confident stepping up and taking responsibility when required
• Engage fully with the school’s ethos and contribute creatively and reflectively
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to children’s welfare, safeguarding and child protection

Some reasonable out-of-hours attendance may be required for training, staff meetings, parents’ evenings and special events.

Generous Benefits

• A competitive salary
• A good pension scheme
• Regular opportunities for career progression and development
• Provision of meals and refreshments during the school day
• Personal accident insurance & death in service cover
• Cycle to work scheme
• Fee concession for Claires Court School Students (qualifying conditions apply).

Claires Court is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with previous employers and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.