Room Leader / Nursery Practitioner

Additional Resources Ltd; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

Free hot lunches

Free on-site parking

Company pension and sick pay

Staff discounts and company events

Ongoing professional development, ment

Friendly, supportive working enviro n

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Additional Resources Ltd in Medstead, Hampshire, is seeking an experienced Nursery Room Leader to join a Forest School-inspired setting. You will lead activities, support colleagues, and contribute to outdoor learning initiatives.

The role requires Level 2/3 Early Years qualifications, at least 2 years of nursery experience, and a commitment to safeguarding and inclusive childcare. Driving licence is preferred due to rural location, with flexible full- or part-time hours available.

Qualifications

• EYFS knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with children and parents.
• Willingness to undergo DSB checks and safeguarding procedures.
• A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities in line with EYFS.
• Encourage outdoor exploration and Forest School-inspired learning.
• Support children's emotional, social and educational development.
• Lead and support nursery colleagues within the room.
• Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety standards are maintained.
• Observe and monitor children's progress and build relationships with families.

Skills

English proficiency

Driving licence

Enhanced DBS

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 EYFS/Childcare qualification

Job description

Love Working with Children? Take the Next Step in Your Early Years Career!

Are you an experienced

Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator or Nursery Room Leader looking for a rewarding opportunity in a beautiful countryside setting?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a welcoming, well-established nursery in

Medstead, Hampshire, offering a fantastic outdoor learning environment, a supportive team and and flexible full-time or part-time hours of

20-40 hours per week.

Set within extensive countryside grounds, this nursery embraces a

Forest School-inspired approach, encouraging children to explore, discover and learn through nature and outdoor play.

The Role:

As

Nursery Room Leader, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow and thrive.

This is a hands-on position, combining daily childcare responsibilities with the opportunity to lead activities, support colleagues and contribute to the nursery's outdoor learning approach.

Your responsibilities will include:

• - Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• - Encouraging outdoor exploration, creative play and Forest School-inspired learning.
• - Supporting children's emotional, social and educational development.
• - Leading and supporting colleagues within the nursery room.
• - Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• - Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety and welfare standards are consistently maintained.
• - Observing and monitoring children's learning and developmental progress.
• - Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• - Supporting children with additional learning needs and promoting inclusive childcare.

What We're Looking For:

We'd love to hear from candidates who have:

• - Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare.
• - At least 2 years' experience working within a nursery or childcare setting.
• - Strong working knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• - A genuine passion for working with young children.
• - Excellent communication skills and a good standard of written and spoken English.
• - A valid driving licence due to the rural location.
• - An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to undergo the required checks.

The candidates from the following background will be considered:

• - Room Leader, Third in Charge, Early Years Educator, Early Years Practitioner,Nursery Practitioner,Nursery Nurse,Assistant Room Leader,Assistant Room Manager or in a similar role.

What's on Offer?

• - Competitive hourly rate of £13.75 - £15.00, depending on experience.
• - Flexible working hours - 20 to 40 hours per week.
• - Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• - Your birthday off as additional paid leave.
• - Free hot lunches provided.
• - Beautiful countryside setting with extensive outdoor space.
• - Free on-site parking.
• - Company pension and sick pay.
• - Staff discounts and company events.
• - Ongoing professional development, mentoring and training.
• - Friendly, supportive working environment.
• - Opportunities for career progression.

Applications are welcomed from Nursery Room Leaders, Senior Nursery Practitioners, Early Years Educators and experienced Nursery Practitioners looking to progress into a leadership position.

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