Deputy Room Lead - Nursery

Term Time Teachers; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Room Leader to join a welcoming nursery setting in West Sussex, near Haywards Heath. This part-time role is three days per week, Monday to Wednesday, with start date ASAP.

You will support the Room Leader with the day-to-day running of the room, ensuring high standards of care, learning and development in a safe environment. DBS and references required.

Qualifications

• CACHE Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience as Deputy Room Leader or in a senior Early Years role.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service, or willing to apply.
• Two years of satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Support the Room Leader with day-to-day running of the room.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Promote a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with observations and learning journeys.
• Support and guide other team members.
• Follow safeguarding and nursery policies and procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

EYFS knowledge

Education

CACHE Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Deputy Room Leader - 3 Days Per Week

Location: West Sussex, near Haywards Heath
Days: Monday - Wednesday
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Ongoing / Temporary with potential for longer-term work
Agency: Academics

Academics are currently recruiting for an experienced Deputy Room Leader to join a welcoming school-based setting in West Sussex, near Haywards Heath.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is looking for a part-time position working three days per week, Monday to Wednesday, and who can start as soon as possible.

The successful candidate will support the Room Leader with the day-to-day running of the room, ensuring children receive a high standard of care, learning and development in a safe and nurturing environment.

The Role

As Deputy Room Leader, you will:

• Support the Room Leader with the effective day-to-day running of the room
• Help to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities
• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Promote a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
• Assist with observations, assessments and children's learning journeys
• Support and guide other members of the team where appropriate
• Follow safeguarding and nursery policies and procedures at all times

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• CACHE Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
• Previous experience working as a Deputy Room Leader or in a similar senior Early Years position
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
• Two years of satisfactory references covering your relevant employment/education history

Why work with Academics?

At Academics, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and personal service to Early Years professionals. We work with a wide range of nurseries, schools and educational settings across Sussex and can help you find opportunities that fit around your experience and availability.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.