Early Years Team leader (Practitioner)

Chaston Nursery and Prepreparatory School; London, Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking nursery is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner/Team Leader to join their vibrant team. This full-time role involves leading a group of educators to provide exceptional care and learning experiences for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The ideal candidate will have a passion for childcare, strong leadership skills, and the ability to create an inclusive and nurturing environment. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to fostering a supportive community, this position offers a rewarding chance to make a significant impact on young lives. Join a team that values authenticity and creativity in education.

Qualifications

• Experience in early years education and team leadership is essential.
• Passion for childcare and ability to create a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities for children.
• Organise and oversee a staff team to ensure quality care.

Skills

Childcare Experience

Team Leadership

Activity Planning

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Childcare Qualifications

Job description

Chaston Nursery is a private daycare nursery setting for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We are located just between Kentish Town and Chalk Farm and are fortunate to have a variety of transport options, including being right on the 46/24 bus route as well as a variety of tube and train options close by. We are open for a 10 hr day and require practitioners to complete an 8 hour shift daily from Monday to Friday. We are currently looking for a full-time Nursery Practitioner/Team Leader (40 hours per week) to join our expanding team.

Are you a fun-loving, caring, and enthusiastic educator? Do you have a passion for childcare? Do you have experience in the early years and feel confident to lead a team? We want to invest in a skilled team that will support us in providing outstanding care and learning opportunities to all the children attending our setting. We are keen to add to our diverse and inclusive workplace.

We have training options available to candidates who are interested in gaining further skills, knowledge, and qualifications and are seeking new challenges. We are looking for someone who feels enthusiastic about leading a team and has experience in supporting others in providing an enabling environment in which children can play, learn, and develop. You will need to be able to plan and deliver activities, organise and oversee a staff team, and act as a key person for a group of children.

We encourage you to be your authentic self to join our mission to nurture kind and considerate children with confidence and an inquisitive love for learning through our child-centred approach.

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
Salary: £14 – £15.63 hourly

About Chaston Nursery and Prepreparatory School:
Our ethos is very much about community, and one of our first thoughts is that we as a team should feel encouraged to forge great relationships within the nursery. We are at the forefront of the experience each little person has within the setting.