Room Leader

GrandirUK; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Flexible working

Childcare discount

Pension scheme

Sick pay from day 1

Life assurance

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Kiddi Caru Brislington is looking for an enthusiastic Room Leader to join our Brislington nursery. You will lead a room, inspire a team and support children to reach their full potential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced childcare professional with Level 3 qualification who can drive high-quality learning in line with EYFS. We offer strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression within Grandir UK.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience working within an early years setting.
• Experience supporting or leading a team.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach.
• A passion for providing high-quality childcare and supporting children's development.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting your room team to deliver high-quality childcare.
• Creating a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children.
• Supporting children's learning and development through engaging activities.
• Planning and implementing activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Supporting and mentoring team members, encouraging their development.
• Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies are followed.
• Maintaining accurate records and observations.
• Promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery, Brislington, Bristol

Part of Grandir UK

Salary: £30,160 per annum

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Brislington is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Room Leader to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who is ready to lead a room, inspire a team and support children to reach their full potential.

Why You’ll Love Working at Kiddi Caru Brislington

At Kiddi Caru Brislington, you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.

About Our Nursery

Our Kiddi Caru Brislington nursery offers a warm, welcoming and nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued and supported.

We provide high-quality childcare through our bespoke curriculum, including Make and Bake, Move and Groove, Innovate and Investigate and Sow and Grow. Children benefit from bright, well-resourced playrooms, spacious outdoor gardens and fresh, nutritious meals prepared daily by our on-site chef.

Our strong parent partnerships, SENCo support and focus on school readiness help ensure every child is supported to develop their confidence, independence and teamwork skills.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Leading and supporting your room team to deliver high-quality childcare.
• Creating a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children.
• Supporting children's learning and development through engaging activities.
• Planning and implementing activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Supporting and mentoring team members, encouraging their development.
• Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies are followed.
• Maintaining accurate records and observations.Promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.

What We’re Looking For

• A Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience working within an early years setting.
• Experience supporting or leading a team.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach.
• A passion for providing high-quality childcare and supporting children's development.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period.
• Christmas and New Year shutdown.
• Flexible working options available.
• Big childcare discount.
• £500 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1.
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65.
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues.

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks.
• Paternity leave paid at 100% for the first 4 weeks.
• Parental bereavement leave of up to 4 weeks, fully paid.
• Compassionate leave of up to 2 weeks, fully paid.
• Miscarriage leave of up to 2 weeks, fully paid.
• Wellbeing Day - an extra day off just for you.
• The Grand Event - up to an additional week of annual leave after 2 years’ service.

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with discounts at ASOS, gyms, cinemas, M&S and major supermarkets.
• Dayforce Wallet - access a portion of your earned pay before payday.
• Tailored in-house training and genuine career progression opportunities.
• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year.

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