Toddler Room Leader

Tinies; Reading; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A nursery in Reading seeks a Toddler Room Leader committed to maintaining high childcare standards and nurturing children's welfare. The role offers a salary of up to £28,000 per annum, with flexible working hours and opportunities for training. Applicants must hold a full Level 3 childcare qualification and have a passion for fostering a safe and enriching environment for children.

Benefits

29 days holiday including bank and public holidays

Attendance bonus of up to £90 each month

Mandatory training provided

Qualifications

• Must have a full Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, B-TEC, NVQ 3, or equivalent).
• Experience in childcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Providing a warm environment and high standards of childcare.
• Working with Nursery Manager to deliver curriculum.

Skills

Childcare Management

Safeguarding

Team Leadership

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

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Job description

A nursery in Reading is looking for a Toddler Room Leader to join their team.

Options for hours:

1. Option 1: Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm, 43.75 hours per week. Eligible for an attendance bonus of up to £90 each month if there was no sickness absence the previous month.
2. Option 2: Monday to Friday, shift pattern of 8am-5pm, 8:30am-5:30pm, or 9am-6pm, totaling 38.75 hours per week. Options can be discussed prior to employment commencement.

Salary: Up to £28,000 gross per annum.

Qualifications: Must have a full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, B-TEC, NVQ 3, or equivalent).

Holiday: 29 days holiday including bank and public holidays.

The nursery will provide mandatory training including Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Child Protection, Fire Safety, and Food Hygiene.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with all employees sharing this commitment.
• Providing a warm and caring environment for children, maintaining high standards of childcare.
• Being an exemplary role model to promote high standards of professional practice.
• Working with the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager to deliver the relevant curriculum in line with current legislation.
• Working as a key person to a group of children to meet individual needs, track development, and alert managers to concerns.
• Delivering suitable experiences tailored to individual children, including adaptations for inclusive practice and appropriate challenges.
• Partnering with parents/carers, recognizing them as the children's prime educators.
• Ensuring effective induction for new children and families.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety, reporting issues promptly.
• Leading practitioners in your area of work.
• Involving in the induction of new employees, supervising and training students and apprentices as needed.
• Completing and storing written records in compliance with GDPR regulations.
• Respecting privacy and confidentiality of colleagues, parents, and children, in line with legal requirements.