Nursery Room Leader

TN United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant nursery as a Level 3 qualified Room Leader, where you will lead a dedicated team in delivering exceptional care and education to children. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to inspire young minds while enjoying a supportive environment that values your professional growth. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on child welfare, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the children in your care. Enjoy competitive benefits, including flexible working options and a supportive development program, all while working in a purpose-built facility with excellent transport links.

Benefits

Discounted childcare

Up to 33 days holiday

Smart Health access

Financial support

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible Working options

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 3 in Early Years is essential.
• Experience in an Early Years setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team to provide exceptional care.
• Plan engaging learning opportunities for children.
• Maintain a safe and happy learning environment.

Skills

Team Leadership

Child Development

Communication Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

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Nursery: Bright Horizons Bramingham Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: From £26,600 per annum

Contract: Fixed Term | 12 months | Full Time

Location: Luton

We are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Room Leader to join our Bright Horizons Bramingham Nursery on a fixed-term basis.

Bright Horizons Bramingham Day Nursery and Preschool, located in Luton, boasts excellent transport links, being near the A6 and offering on-site parking. This purpose-built facility accommodates 120 children and proudly holds an Ofsted rating of "Good"!

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 50% for first child (T&Cs apply)
• Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), with the option to buy additional days
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
• Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out
• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Third in Charge position
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

• Lead, mentor and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education
• Ensure the learning environment provides consistent stimulation and engaging activities for the children, across both the indoor and outdoor areas
• Deliver and plan rich learning opportunities and exceptional care, to help all children to develop and meet their individual milestones
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with colleagues, parents and/or carers, as well as other professionals, to meet the individual needs of each child
• Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

What we’re looking for

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
• Previous experience working within an Early Years setting - ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator or similar
• Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children
• Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults

We look forward to receiving your application!