Room Leader

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Room Leader at a nursery near Reading, where you will provide professional leadership to staff while ensuring the highest standards of care and education for children. This role involves promoting quality within the nursery, supporting staff, and engaging with parents to foster a nurturing environment. With flexible working options and generous benefits, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a positive workplace culture and make a meaningful impact on children's development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Cash bonus for referrals

Generous discount on childcare

31 days annual leave

'Wellbeing Day' off

Employee benefits portal

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cashback on medical procedures

Recognition for staff dedication

Great Place To Work certified

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team in a childcare setting.
• Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery.
• Support and supervise playroom staff.
• Provide feedback to parents/carers about their child.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare

Communication

EYFS Compliance

Education

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Title: Room Leader

Our Spencers Wood Day Nursery, near Reading, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a Room Leader to work as part of the management team. You'll provide professional leadership to all staff members and maintain the highest standards of care and education.

Benefits:

• Flexible working options: 40 hours across 5 days or 40 hours across 4 days
• Recommend friends and family and receive a cash bonus
• Generous discount on childcare
• Total 31 days annual leave (FTE), including an extra 3 days over Christmas
• 'Wellbeing Day' an extra day off
• Access to an employee benefits portal with discounts at online stores
• 24/7 remote GP appointments
• Cashback on medical procedures like dental and physiotherapy
• Recognition in May for staff dedication
• Work for a 'Great Place To Work' certified organization

Responsibilities:

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery
• Support and supervise playroom staff
• Deploy staff appropriately to meet standards
• Implement nursery keycarer procedures and allocate children accordingly
• Ensure practice complies with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Provide feedback to parents/carers about their child
• Promote the nursery to current and potential clients
• Develop positive relationships with staff and parents

We are proud to be a Great Place To Work, reflecting our commitment to a positive environment for our employees. Our mission is to deliver high-quality childcare and education, fostering children's growth into happy, healthy individuals. Our dedicated teams are central to this effort.

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff based on merit, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, or other protected characteristics.

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