Nursery - Head of room

Basingstoke College of Technology; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed further education institution in Basingstoke seeks a passionate Head of Room for its nursery. This vital role supports children aged 3 months to school age, ensuring a stimulating environment that promotes play and development. The nursery, rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, offers competitive salary and excellent benefits, including pension scheme, annual leave, and professional development opportunities. Unable to provide sponsorship; applicants must have existing authorization to work in the UK.

Benefits

Member of the Teachers Pension

Excellent Annual Leave Entitlement

Discount on Major Retailers

Free Onsite Parking

Free On-site Gym

Cycle to Work Scheme

Professional qualifications at no extra cost

Wellbeing Day

Qualifications

• Current authorization to work in the UK is required.
• Experience working with children aged 3 months to school age is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the permanent team across the age range of children.
• Work in close partnership with children and parents.
• Provide a stimulating play environment to encourage children's development.

Skills

Passionate and dedicated

Reliable and flexible

Ability to provide stimulating play environment

Job description

Head of Room

The BCoT Nursery

Salary: from £28,724.32 to £29,264.86 per annum (Salary is depending on qualifications and experience)

FTE: 40 hours per week 52 weeks per year

Closing date: 14/12/2025

Interview will take place on: 16th, 17th and 18th December

We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated Head of room to join our Nursery rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted. The nursery requires reliable flexible dedicated staff to support our permanent team across the age range of 3 months to school age as and when required. This role plays a vital part in giving our children the best possible start in life. You will work in close partnership with children and parents to enable you to provide a stimulating play environment which encourages children to learn and develop through their play.

Please note:

• Applicants that have applied within the past 3 months, need not apply
• Applicants must have current authorisation to work in the UK as we do not offer sponsorship on this role
• This role is employed by Basingstoke College of Technology Professional Services Limited - BPS are a subsidiary of BCoT

We have some amazing benefits on offer:

• Member of the Teachers Pension (TPS) (subject to eligibility)
• Excellent Annual Leave Entitlements, including Bank Holidays and Christmas Closure
• Discount on Major Retailers via BCoT App
• Free Onsite Parking
• Free On-site Gym
• Nursery, Restaurants, Barbering & Hair & Beauty Discounts
• Season Ticket Loans (restrictions apply)
• Cycle to Work Scheme (restrictions apply)
• Opportunity to complete professional qualifications relevant to your position at no additional cost (restrictions apply)

Wellbeing:

• Wellbeing Day
• Summer Staff Barbeque
• Christmas Staff Luncheon
• 24 hour access to EAP
• Free Annual Flu Jab

About Us!

Basingstoke College of Technology is a leading and well-respected further education college situated in North Hampshire, easily accessible and with excellent transport links to surrounding areas. We provide a wide range of technical training courses, have an extensive apprenticeship programme and an increasing portfolio of Higher Education courses. BCoT is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. The college is rated Good by Ofsted, with Outstanding features, has continued to improve since its last inspection and has maintained outstanding financial health for many years.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest!