Nursery Room Leader

Happy Nurses; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare facility in Hassocks is seeking a Nursery Room Leader to manage and inspire educational activities for children. The role requires a minimum Level 3 childcare qualification and involves planning activities, supervising staff, and maintaining a supportive environment. This is a full-time, permanent role with a salary starting from £13.00 per hour, along with benefits including a company pension and on-site parking.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery settings is preferred.
• Management experience is desirable.
• Driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare activities for children.
• Ensure equal opportunities and diversity in practice.
• Communicate effectively with children and parents.
• Supervise and delegate staff appropriately.
• Maintain routines and respond to demands.

Skills

Childcare management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Minimum Level 3 childcare qualification

GCSE or equivalent preferred

Job description

Overview

Nursery Room Leader position requiring a minimum Level 3 childcare qualification. Full-time, permanent role.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare activities that stimulate the interest of children and babies, working with staff to deliver learning experiences.
• Ensure the Equal Opportunities policy and diversity considerations are integral to daily practice.
• Be aware of how skills and knowledge of books and play materials in the nursery environment support development and celebrate diversity within the local community.
• Work independently at times with support from the Manager and Directors.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents and external agencies (verbal and written).
• Supervise and delegate staff appropriately, with awareness of legislation requirements.
• Maintain routines and respond flexibly to service demands.
• Respond to reasonable requests to ensure the smooth running of the nursery.
• Take pride in the environment and promote equal opportunities, safeguarding and wellbeing of children at all times.
• Support and advise the team to maintain good relations with all staff, volunteers, students and parents.
• Provide an emotionally and psychologically safe environment for the children and any visitors.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and uphold safeguarding practices.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 childcare qualification.
• Experience preferred: Nursery 1 year, Childcare 1 year, Management 1 year.
• Driving licence preferred.
• Education: GCSE or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with nursery settings and managing staff is desirable.
• Work Location: In person.

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• Pay: From £13.00 per hour
• Benefits: Company pension, On-site parking, Referral programme

We offer an emotionally and psychologically safe environment for the children in our care, including visitors.

To apply, please submit your CV. We will return to you within 3 working days.