(BE) Nursery Room Leader

RAFA Kidz Ltd; Benson; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in the UK is seeking a Nursery Room Leader to create a stimulating environment and support staff development. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in an early years position and hold a Level 3 Practitioner qualification. The role involves hands-on leadership and motivating colleagues. RAFAKidz is committed to professional development and providing support for military families. This position offers competitive pay and benefits, including subsidised childcare and a positive work culture.

Benefits

Subsidised childcare

Refer a Friend Bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Onsite Gyms

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in a level 3 position in an early years environment.
• Must have a good understanding of EYFS learning outcomes.
• Level 3 Practitioner qualification or equivalent experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Create a stimulating nursery setting and motivate colleagues.
• Support staff in their learning journey toward qualifications.
• Be part of the management team and role model best practices.

Skills

Experience in early years environment

Understanding of EYFS learning outcomes

Positive and enthusiastic attitude

Education

Level 3 Practitioner qualification

Job description

Nursery Room Leader

Winner – Nursery Group of the Year
RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Benson, Wallingford OX10 6AA

£27,664
38 hours per week

We offer

• Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Onsite Gyms at set locations

Our RAFAKidz family

Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our 21 settings we create experiences that are special, unique and child focused. Our staff are specially selected for their loving and caring nature, as well as their expertise. The needs of military families are unique, and at RAFAKidz we take extra care to make sure those needs are met.

For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances you could provide experiences and opportunities that will help them be confident and reach their potential.

What makes us different

By joining us as part of our RAFAKidz family, we make a commitment to your ongoing development and future career opportunities. (Please read our staff testimonials on our website!) We ask that you bring a positive, caring and enthusiastic attitude and in return we will give you a great induction experience, training and development opportunities and you’ll be learning on the job from amazing colleagues!

About our Room Leader role

You can expect to be fully ‘hands on’ to create a stimulating and exciting nursery setting. Ideally you will be either an experienced Room Leader or a Level 3 Practitioner ready for your next challenge. Our Room Leaders are part of our management team and role models to other members of staff. You will encourage and motivate your colleagues to continually demonstrate best practices and support them in their learning journey towards their qualifications.

Minimum requirements

• One year’s experience working at a level 3 position in an early year’s environment.
• Good understanding of the EYFS learning outcomes.
• Level 3 Practitioner qualification or experience.

Please do review the complete job description for the full overview of requirements, but if you’re looking for a real opportunity to be part of our growth journey and help us specifically support our valued military community, please do apply.

This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities.

Apply via our website www.rafakidz.org.uk before the closing date of Monday 12 January. Interviews are ongoing so please do not delay in applying, we’d love to hear from you!