Lead Nursery Room Leader - Early Years 2-4 (Full-time)

Claires Court co.; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Claires Court School in Maidenhead is inviting applications for a Nursery Room Leader. You will lead the day-to-day running of your nursery room, ensure high-quality care, and foster a safe, welcoming learning environment for children aged two to four.

Based at The Thicket, you will manage staff, plan activities, and build strong relationships with parents and colleagues while upholding safeguarding and GDPR requirements.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in childcare or higher is essential.
• Experience in an Early Years setting is required.
• Good English and numeracy skills are essential.
• Ability to create safe, happy and stimulating play activities.
• Supportive, collaborative approach and strong leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of your nursery room.
• Deploy staff and resources while maintaining ratios.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive learning environment.
• Tailor routines to meet individual needs.
• Develop bonds with key children and parents.
• Maintain welfare and safeguarding standards.
• Lead observations and maintain development records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding

Numeracy

Education

NVQ Level 3 in childcare

Job description

Claires Court School in Maidenhead is inviting applications for a Nursery Room Leader. You will lead the day-to-day running of your nursery room, ensure high-quality care, and foster a safe, welcoming learning environment for children aged two to four.

Based at The Thicket, you will manage staff, plan activities, and build strong relationships with parents and colleagues while upholding safeguarding and GDPR requirements.