Room Leader / Nursery Practitioner / Nursery Nurse Level 3 Minimum required

Banana Moon Day Nurseries; Billericay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking a dedicated Nursery Room Leader to inspire and lead a team in creating a nurturing environment for children. This role is pivotal in planning engaging educational activities and ensuring adherence to high standards of care and safety. You'll collaborate with parents, support your colleagues, and promote a thriving nursery that is well-respected in the community. With flexible scheduling options and a commitment to professional development, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education while enjoying a supportive and rewarding workplace. Join us to help shape the future of our little learners!

Benefits

Bupa Employee Assistance

Childcare discount up to 100%

Extra day off on birthday

State-of-the-art technology

Free DBS check

Uniform provided

Further on-the-job training

Great career prospects

Excellent rates of pay

Great holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification required for the Room Leader position.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement curriculum according to Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Ensure a safe and caring atmosphere for children and support staff.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Planning

Childcare

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Communication with Parents

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Childcare

Tools

Parent App

Biometric Entry System

Interactive Screen

Job description

Banana Moon Billericay is recruiting for a minimum of level 3 qualified Room Leader. (Other roles are also available for qualified Practitioners).

As a Nursery Room Leader, your key day-to-day tasks would include:

• Planning of curriculum with room colleagues as per Early Years Foundation Stage
• Planning of early years foundation stage training
• Ensuring you provide a warm and caring atmosphere for the children
• Working as part of a team with shared responsibilities
• Supporting the management with leadership of their team in the daily running of the nursery.
• Supporting the operation of the nursery facilities and staff to ensure a high quality, balanced provision of leading practice education and care is delivered at all times.
• Responsible for company adherence to Banana Moon policies and procedures, consistently meeting legislative requirements and following education curriculum, delivering standards which ensure the highest possible inspection grading.
• Assisting in the training, support, mentoring, role modelling, and supervision of their staff team inspiring and leading ambitious practice.
• Creating a safe, caring, and welcoming setting in which parents are happy to entrust their child and where their child is encouraged and supported to flourish in an enabling and stimulating environment.
• Promoting a successful business with a first-class reputation, engaging with the local community and marketing the nursery whilst providing excellent customer care.
• Acting as a named co-ordinator relevant to their skills or training as designated by the Nursery Manager.

Available full-time and part-time schedules:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Nursery Practitioner responsibilities will include:

• Safeguarding the children, including caring for them and supervising them at all times.
• Liaising with and forming strong partnerships with parents, including taking part in development progress review meetings and providing daily feedback to parents and carers.
• Taking on key worker responsibilities including observing and planning for children's needs, providing exciting and stimulating activities based on the next steps for children.
• Tracking children's progress with our unique Parent App.
• Adhering to the nursery policies and procedures at all times.

Additional Benefits:

• Bupa Employee Assistance: free, 24-hour confidential helpline service.
• Childcare discount for staff up to 100%.
• Extra day off on (or as close to) your birthday.
• After 2 years of continuous employment, you will gain an extra day off per year up to a maximum of 5 days.
• A unique Early Learning and Development program for our children.
• Less paperwork involved, allowing more time with the children.
• Use of tablets linked to our bespoke 'Parent App', giving instant messages to and from parents about their child's day and development.
• State-of-the-art technology, including a biometric entry system and an interactive screen for our Preschool children.
• Excellent rates of pay (based on experience and qualification).
• Great holiday entitlement.
• Further on-the-job training in conjunction with Essex County Council via our Bursary.
• Great career prospects.
• Free DBS check and uniform if offered the job.
• If you are looking for a challenge or want to further your experience with the possibility of promotion, this is where you should apply!