*NURSERY ROOM LEADER - MEADOW NURSERY *

MIChild Group; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An amazing opportunity has arisen for a reliable and enthusiastic individual to join a forward-thinking nursery as a Room Leader. In this pivotal role, you will implement the nursery curriculum, ensure high standards of care, and lead a team dedicated to fostering a safe and enriching environment for children. This position offers not only a chance to make a significant impact on children's lives but also a supportive workplace with exceptional benefits, including generous holiday entitlement, staff discounts, and opportunities for professional development. If you have a passion for early years education and a commitment to quality, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

50% staff discount on childcare fees

Exceptional holiday entitlement

Career progression opportunities

Staff well-being programme

Free branded staff uniform

Fully funded accredited training

Employer contribution to pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Detailed understanding of Ofsted requirements and EYFS.

Responsibilities

• Implement nursery curriculum and maintain children's records.
• Promote partnership with parents and ensure child safety.
• Comply with legislation and maintain high quality standards.

Skills

Childcare experience

Knowledge of EYFS

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication with parents

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

About the Room Leader position
An amazing opportunity has arisen within the MiChild group, we are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and organised individual to join our team as a Room leader to work in our Meadow Nursery.

If you are highly motivated flexible, experienced in working in early years and have a genuine passion for working with children then this is the role for you.

Room Leader responsibilities are

• To work as a room leader and to implement the nursery curriculum.
• To provide high standards of quality within the nursery including the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
• To lead planning and maintain accurate and effective children's records.
• To promote and facilitate partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
• To support the development of good practice with regard to special needs and inclusion.
• To work with the Childcare and Education team to continuously improve the quality of childcare and education.
• To ensure that children are kept safe and that staff understand and when necessary follow Safeguarding Procedures.
• To ensure that the nutritional needs of the children are met and that Food Safety Regulations are complied with.
• To comply with all the relevant legislation including the Children Act 1989 and 2004 and company policies and procedures at all times.
• To remain abreast of current developments in childcare and education policy and practice.

Room Leader requirements are:

• Must be Level 3 qualified
• Have a detailed understanding of the requirements set by Ofsted
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and experience of working with children and families
• Extensive knowledge of Safeguarding
• Experience of working in partnership with parents and outside agencies.
• Managing and maintaining administration requirements

Company benefits:

• Staff discount on childcare fees - 50%!
  
• Exceptional holiday entitlement package with long service benefits year on year.
• Company incentives such as additional holiday days for 100% attendance
• Career progression opportunities and a training programme based around you.
• Staff well-being programme including- weekly staff well-being drop in's, staff room where you can unwind during your break, access to free exercise sessions and healthy recipes on our well-being platform.
  
• Monthly Staff Treats
  
• Staff meals and refreshments throughout the day
  
• Staff appreciation and recognition awards (such a 1 years service, 5 years service, 10 year service, employee of the month, staff shout out's etc.
  
• Company events (such as annual awards night, NMT awards, Day Nursery Awards etc.
• Free branded staff uniform
  
• Fully funded accredited training such as Paediatric First Aid, Level 2 in Safeguarding and many more!!
  
• Employer contribution to pension scheme

Experience

• Childcare: 1 year (essential)

Salary

From £12.80 per hour

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