Nursery Room Leader - Full-Time, Permanent Position in Wandsworth

Perham Education Partnership; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established primary school in Wandsworth is seeking an experienced Nursery Room Leader to join its team. You'll lead a nurturing nursery team and contribute to the development of young learners in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The role requires strong leadership skills, relevant qualifications, and a dedication to high-quality early years education. This full-time position offers career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive collaborative environment

Opportunities for career progression

Commitment to positive atmosphere

Qualifications

• Relevant Early Years qualification in childcare.
• Experience in a leadership role within a nursery setting.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursery room.
• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging activities in line with EYFS.
• Foster a positive and stimulating environment.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Education

Level 3 in Childcare and Education or equivalent

Job description

Overview

A well-established and highly regarded primary school in Wandsworth is currently seeking an experienced Nursery Room Leader to join their team. This full-time, permanent position is available for an immediate start, offering a great opportunity to lead a nurturing and dynamic nursery team while contributing to the development of young learners in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursery room, ensuring a high standard of care and education for all children in your care.
• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and child-centered activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating environment that supports children\'s emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Mentor and support a team of nursery practitioners, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
• Track and assess children\'s progress through observation and tailored support, ensuring each child achieves their full potential.
• Establish strong relationships with parents and carers, offering regular updates on children\'s development and wellbeing.
• Ensure a safe, well-organized, and clean learning environment in accordance with health and safety regulations.

Why This School?

• A supportive, collaborative environment where staff development is a key priority.
• A well-established nursery team that works together to provide the best start in education for children.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth.
• A school committed to maintaining a positive and inclusive atmosphere for both staff and children.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualifications: Relevant Early Years qualification (e.g., Level 3 in Childcare and Education or equivalent).
• Experience: Previous experience as a Nursery Room Leader or in a leadership role within a nursery setting is essential.
• Skills: Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. In-depth knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and the ability to inspire and support a team.
• Attributes: Passionate, patient, and dedicated to providing high-quality early years education.