Room Leader

Bright Horizons UK; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Level 3 qualified Room Leader to join a nurturing preschool environment. This role involves leading a dedicated team to provide exceptional care and education for children aged 2 to 5 years. You will create stimulating learning opportunities and foster strong relationships with families and colleagues. This forward-thinking organization values inclusivity and offers a supportive workplace culture, with numerous benefits including discounted childcare and professional development programs. If you are committed to making a positive impact in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

50% discounted childcare for first child

Up to 33 days holiday per year

Smart Health access

Financial support for early wage access

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 inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education.
• Ensure engaging activities for children in a safe environment.
• Build strong partnerships with colleagues and parents.

Skills

Early Years qualification

Child Protection knowledge

Communication techniques

Team leadership

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool

Salary: £27,797 - £33,440 per annum depending on qualifications/experience

We are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Room Leader to join our Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool, situated in Southborough close to Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells town centers, with good transport links.

The Preschool offers a 66 place setting that caters for children aged 2 to 5 years. The Preschool is situated on the edge of Southborough Woods next to St Peters Church with ample parking. The Preschool is an old school house with three large rooms and a beautiful spacious garden. The team has a collective Early Years Experience of over 100 years and is rated 'Good' by Ofsted.

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
• 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

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!

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 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.

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.