Room Leader

Bright Horizons UK; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Level 3 qualified Room Leader to join their vibrant nursery team. This role is perfect for those who love working with children and animals alike, as the nursery boasts a small farm with various animals. The position offers a supportive environment with a focus on well-being and professional development. You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring that children receive the highest standard of care and education. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners while enjoying a range of employee benefits and a collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

50% discounted childcare for first child

Up to 33 days holiday per year

24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments

Financial support for early access to wages

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Experience in an Early Years setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team to deliver exceptional care and education.
• Plan engaging activities for children and ensure their welfare and safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Early Years Education

Safeguarding Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Chineham Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £28,392 - £33,800 p/a (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Chineham, Hampshire

We are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Room Leader to join our OFSTED Outstanding Bright Horizons Chineham Park Day Nursery and Preschool, situated in Chineham Business Park Basingstoke, accessible by car, bus and on foot.

If you have a love for animals as well as children, we are the nursery for you! Onsite we have Gary and Dotty our goats, Hank, Tank and Frank our fish, Gertie, Bertie, Hennie, Mable and Nugget our chickens and Honey and Amelio our Rabbits.

As well as our small farm, we have a unique layout and breakout spaces such as curiosity experiences and large home from home rooms. For our team, a focus on wellbeing includes wellbeing cafes, bespoke learning opportunities, wellbeing ambassadors and progression opportunities.

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
• Up to 33 days holiday per year, 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

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

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

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We look forward to receiving your application!

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