Nursery Room Leader
21 days ago
Colchester
Join Our Team at Holly Corner Day Nursery!\n\n Location: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester \n Salary: £29,265 per annum \n Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round \n\n Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner looking for your next adventure? Or perhaps you're a Room Leader eager for a fresh opportunity? If so, we’d love to meet you! \n\n Holly Corner is a delightful nursery nestled on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex. With easy access to local amenities and excellent commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, the Train Station, and the A12 Motorway, it’s a convenient and attractive location for both residents and visitors. \n\nWhy Join Us?\n At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: \n\n • \nGenerous Annual Leave: Start with 24 days, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!\n, • \nChildcare Discount: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your little ones.\n, • \nHealth & Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.\n, • \nCareer Growth: Personalized learning and development opportunities to help you thrive.\n, • \nRefer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme!\n\n\nRoom Leader Duties and Responsibilities:\n\n, • Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources tailored to children's age and development.\n, • Enhance children's physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development.\n, • Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and child learning journals with high-quality documentation.\n, • Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility in your role.\n, • Implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments and identify staff training needs.\n, • Maintain accurate records and accounts related to children and staff on the EyMan system.\n, • Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor at all times.\n, • Understand and ensure compliance with the statutory framework for the EYFS.\n\n\nRoom Leader Requirements and Skills:\n\n, • Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential\n, • Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential\n, • Over 6 months’ experience in a senior position - Desirable\n, • Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable\n, • Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential\n