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  • Room Leader
    Room Leader
    2 days ago
    £13.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Room Leader Job Description Job Purpose To lead the day-to-day running of the nursery room, ensuring children receive outstanding care, learning, and development opportunities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The Room Leader is responsible for maintaining a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment, leading the room team, and ensuring high standards of practice are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Room Management · Lead the day-to-day management and organisation of the nursery room. · Supervise, support, and motivate practitioners within the room. · Plan staff deployment to ensure children's needs and statutory ratios are met. · Monitor the quality of practice within the room and provide guidance and support to staff. · Ensure room routines operate smoothly and effectively. · Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, presentation, and resources. · Support the induction, mentoring, and development of new staff, students, and apprentices. · Communicate effectively with management regarding room performance, staffing, and children's needs. Childcare and Learning · Deliver high-quality care and education in accordance with the EYFS and Birth to Five Matters. · Lead curriculum planning and provide engaging, stimulating learning opportunities. · Monitor children's progress and ensure observations, assessments, and learning records are accurate, meaningful, and completed on time. · Support children's individual learning, development, wellbeing, and next steps. · Ensure inclusive practice that meets the needs of all children, including those with additional needs. · Promote positive behaviour, independence, and emotional wellbeing. Safeguarding and Welfare · Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children at all times. · Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and concerns are reported promptly. · Maintain effective supervision and ensure statutory staff-to-child ratios are met. · Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, risk assessments, and welfare requirements. · Oversee the accurate completion of accident, incident, medication, and care records. · Promote children's health, hygiene, and wellbeing throughout the day. Parent Partnerships · Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with parents and carers. · Share information regarding children's learning, development, and wellbeing. · Lead parent meetings, progress reviews, and support transition arrangements. · Work collaboratively with families and external professionals where appropriate. Professional Responsibilities · Ensure full compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and statutory requirements. · Maintain accurate room records and documentation. · Attend and contribute to staff meetings, supervision sessions, and training. · Support the continuous improvement of the nursery through reflective practice. · Maintain confidentiality and professional standards at all times. · Undertake any other reasonable duties requested by management. Person Specification Essential · Level 3 Early Years Childcare qualification. · Minimum 1 years' experience working with children aged 0–5 years. · Previous experience leading or supervising an Early Years team. · Strong knowledge of the EYFS, Birth to Five Matters, safeguarding, and child development. · Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills. · Ability to lead by example and motivate others. · Good understanding of health and safety and statutory welfare requirements. · Ability to work independently, prioritise workloads, and make informed decisions. · Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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  • After school nanny
    After school nanny
    13 hours ago
    £12.25–£14.75 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Want a supportive, rewarding job that fits around your schedule? Fed up of your current part-time job? Looking to find your Mon-YAY again? 👀 Well, you’re in luck. Koru Kids is currently hiring afternoon nannies in Wimbledon Village We’re working to become the UK’s number one childcare provider, but need your help to fulfil the rising demand for nannies and babysitters. ☀️ Your role: You’ll be looking after kids after school, so will spend your afternoons out and about or doing fun activities at home like board games or baking whilst helping with simple meals and homework. You don’t need any childcare qualifications, just experience working with kids like babysitting, volunteering or at a camp. We’ll give you free training and continued guidance so you can be great at your job while building valuable skills. 🤸‍♀️ Benefits and perks: • Koru Kids will take care of contracts, sick pay, holiday pay and make sure you’re paid correctly and on time, • You’ll get paid from £12.25–£14.75 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) dependent on experience, • You’re guaranteed pay rises after 6 and 12 months, • You’ll receive free, online nanny training, first aid training, an enhanced DBS check and insurance [worth over £300!], • Koru Kids will support you with free CACHE registered courses and 1:1 coaching, • You’ll get a ton of experience to add to your CV making you stand out for future jobs Apply now so you can start working and earning in less than 3 weeks! 😉

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  • Nursery Practitioner
    Nursery Practitioner
    2 months ago
    £32000–£33000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Nursery Practitioner (Level 3+) South West London (SW15) The Formative Few (on behalf of a leading nursery group) Job Summary The Formative Few are recruiting on behalf of a well-established nursery group in South West London, seeking Nursery Practitioners (Level 3+) to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates looking to develop a long-term career within early years, with full training, structured progression, and an industry-leading benefits package. Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), • Observe, assess, and track children’s development, • Support children’s daily routines, including mealtimes, • Maintain accurate records and reports, • Build strong relationships with parents and carers, • Work collaboratively within a team Candidate Requirements • Level 3 qualification in Early Years or above, • Previous experience in a nursery, childcare, or education setting (preferred), • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • A proactive, reliable, and positive approach, • Genuine interest in child development Salary & Benefits • Competitive salary + performance-related bonus, • Fully funded Level 2 and Level 3 training (where applicable), • Clear progression opportunities with internal promotion structure, • Excellent work-life balance: up to 58 days off per year (including additional days off every two weeks), • Ongoing professional development and training (including paediatric first aid), • Health & wellbeing support programme, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Free uniform and staff refreshments, • Supportive working environment with dedicated non-teaching staff (no food prep/cleaning duties) Working Hours Full-time, Monday to Friday Various shift patterns between 7:15am – 6:30pm (1-hour lunch break + additional rest break) Apply Now If you are looking to join a nursery that offers genuine career progression, strong staff support, and a better work-life balance than most in the sector, we encourage you to apply.

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  • Childcare Practitioner
    Childcare Practitioner
    2 months ago
    £27727–£30433 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Pay: £27,727.00-£30,433.00 per year Job Description: Blackshaw Nursery offers high quality childcare services to both the staff of St George's hospital and the families in the local community. We provide full and part time placements in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. Our nursery is committed to fostering the development of children through engaging activities, encouraging a love for learning and supporting their social and emotional growth. Located in Tooting, we prioritise collaboration with parents and caregivers to best support each child's unique needs. We cater for children aged 1-5 years. We are open Monday -Friday 7am - 6pm. An 8 hour shift is worked within these hours which includes a 1 hour break. We are looking for reliable, nurturing, enthusiastic Childcare Practitioners Level 2 or 3 to work for us full time or 2/3 days a week. Starting salary; £27727 pa + 3% pension contribution. Level 2 (pro rata if part time) Starting salary; £28339 pa + 3% pension contribution. Level 3 (pro rata if part time) Annual leave; 22 days + 8 Bank holidays (Pro rata if part time), when the nursery is closed. We also close for 2 days a year for staff training. Main objective of the post; • To be aware and understand the needs of the users of the nursery., • To treat every child as a unique individual whilst respecting their cultures, religion, choices and different stages of development and capabilities., • To be a team player and support each other in any way possible., • To be a good role model., • Provide an inclusive service for care and education ensuring that activities planned and carried out are sensitive to the diverse background of the children., • To keep records on the children as necessary., • Demonstrate skills in communication,including the ability to effectively interact with the children, parents and colleagues., • Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS and planning., • Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate activities that support children’s development., • Promote children’s independence, confidence, and well-being., • Knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations,safeguarding and first aid is an advantage. Benefits: • Casual dress, • Company pension, • Long service awards, • Discount online and in high street through Blue Light and Discount for teachers Full job description and application form is available on our website; Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Work Location: In person

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