Early Years Practitioner

Midcounties Co-operative; Grove; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Grove is seeking a Room Leader for their nursery. The ideal candidate must hold a full Level 3 Childcare qualification and have significant experience working in Early Years. Responsibilities include ensuring children's developmental needs are met and maintaining safety. This is a full-time role with a welcoming bonus of £1,000 and additional benefits such as childcare discounts and career development opportunities. The nursery operates throughout the year, ensuring a stable work environment.

Benefits

£1,000 Welcome Bonus

£400 Qualification Recognition Bonus

Referral programme

75% off nursery fees

24 days annual leave

Health and Wellbeing Programme

Tailored learning opportunities

Excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification is essential.
• Over 1 year of experience working in Early Years is essential.
• Knowledge of Ofsted expectations for a Good or Outstanding rating is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide stimulating experiences and resources for children.
• Enhance children's physical, intellectual, social and emotional development.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child and staff.

Skills

Experience in Early Years

Knowledge of EYFS

Fluent in English

Education

Level 3 in Childcare qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Tucked just down the driveway of Richford Gate, Off Ricford Street, our nursery enjoys a prime location only moments from Hammersmith Grove with quick, easy access to the District and Piccadilly lines at Goldhawk Road and Hammersmith Broadway stations. Convenient bus links and Westfield Shopping Centre are a short walk away, making commuting convenient for our families and team. Set on the ground floor of a modern development, the nursery offers inspiring learning spaces both indoors and outdoors, including a large garden with exciting climbing frames where children can explore and connect with nature. Inside, bright and spacious rooms provide the perfect environment for children to learn, grow and thrive – while parents love receiving daily updates and photos capturing their child's day of discovery.

We are currently seeking a Room Leader to join our team. This full‑time role requires working 40 hours per week, with shifts between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm. The ideal candidate will hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification. Please note, this is a year‑round position – the nursery operates throughout the year, not just term‑time.

Responsibilities

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development.
• Enhance the all‑around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development.
• Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality.
• Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency.
• Assist with embedding an effective key‑person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff.
• Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on the EyMan system and on file.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times.
• Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met.
• Duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive – changes and other relevant duties may be added.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification – Essential
• Over 1 year of experience working in Early Years – Essential
• Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position – Desirable
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating – Desirable
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements – Essential
• Fluent in written and spoken English – Essential
• A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is required for all posts; this post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Benefits

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus
• £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus
• Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750
• Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members
• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth
• Excellent transport links