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Early Years Educator - Room Lead \n £15.10 per hour \n Location - Tonbridge \n 40 hours per week \n We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced Early Years Educator to join our nursery team as a Room Lead. \n The successful candidate will provide strong day-to-day leadership within their allocated room, supporting and mentoring colleagues while working closely with the Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager and Early Years Management Team. \n You will have a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), safeguarding and child development, together with the ability to lead a team effectively and ensure consistently high standards of care, learning and practice. \n Responsibilities \n Room Leadership \n\n • Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery by effectively leading, supporting and developing staff within your allocated room.\n, • Act as a positive role model and mentor for colleagues, promoting high standards of professional practice.\n, • Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and welfare procedures are consistently followed.\n, • Lead effective room organisation and maintain a positive, stimulating and inclusive environment for children.\n, • Prepare staff and the room to a high standard for open mornings, tours, settling-in sessions and other nursery events.\n\n Planning, Teaching and Learning \n\n • Lead room-based planning to provide a broad range of age-appropriate activities that reflect the EYFS curriculum and the individual needs, interests and stages of development of the children.\n, • Plan activities that support children's physical, social, emotional and intellectual development.\n, • Incorporate relevant whole-setting themes, events and cross-curricular activities into room planning.\n, • Work alongside the EYFS SENDCo, where appropriate, to plan and deliver targeted interventions and support for children with additional needs, including working with external agencies where required.\n, • Monitor children's development and ensure appropriate next steps are identified and implemented.\n, • Maintain high-quality developmental observations, linking these to Development Matters and the Characteristics of Effective Learning (COEL).\n\n Key Person Responsibilities \n\n • Take responsibility for an allocated group of key children, supporting their individual development, learning and wellbeing.\n, • Ensure all children in your care are safe, happy, settled and fully included in nursery life.\n, • Act as a buddy key person when required, ensuring continuity and consistency of care.\n, • Be attentive to individual children's dietary, medical and care needs, particularly during mealtimes, and ensure relevant information is kept up to date.\n, • Communicate any significant incidents, concerns or relevant information promptly and appropriately to the Early Years Management Team.\n\n Records, Assessment and Communication \n\n • Ensure all day-to-day records and documentation are completed accurately and within required timescales.\n, • Maintain regular developmental observations and progress records using the nursery's online learning and communication platform.\n, • Ensure observations are appropriately linked to Development Matters and the Characteristics of Effective Learning.\n, • Provide clear and appropriate next steps following observations where required.\n, • Support colleagues in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.\n, • Proofread children's reports and progress information, supporting colleagues to ensure documentation is accurate, professional and completed by the required deadlines.\n, • Communicate effectively with families and other professionals, both verbally and in writing.\n\n Experience and Qualifications \n Essential \n\n • Early Years NVQ Level 3 or above, or an equivalent recognised qualification.\n, • GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent.\n, • At least two years' experience working in a nursery or early years setting.\n, • Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum and child development.\n, • A sound understanding of safeguarding and children's welfare.\n, • Demonstrable experience of working effectively as part of a team.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene qualification.\n, • Paediatric First Aid Certificate.\n, • Experience of supporting children with SEND and working alongside external agencies.\n, • Experience of using an online early years assessment and communication platform. Training can be provided where required.\n\n We are looking for someone who: \n\n • Has a genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development.\n, • Is enthusiastic, energetic and committed to providing high-quality early years education and care.\n, • Can confidently lead, motivate and support colleagues.\n, • Has strong organisational and time-management skills.\n, • Can monitor, assess, record and communicate children's progress effectively.\n, • Understands the importance of safeguarding and consistently prioritises children's safety and wellbeing.\n, • Builds positive and professional relationships with children, families and colleagues.\n, • Is committed to creating an inclusive, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.\n\n Benefits \n Free Lunches \n 25 days holiday \n (15 discretionary, 5 days at Easter and 5 days at Christmas) \n Well-Being events \n Pension Scheme (Aviva) \n Uniform \n Corporate Gym Membership at The Angel Centre \n

Early Years Educator - Room Lead £15.10 per hour Location - Tonbridge 40 hours per week We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced Early Years Educator to join our nursery team as a Room Lead . The successful candidate will provide strong day-to-day leadership within their allocated room, supporting and mentoring colleagues while working closely with the Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager and Early Years Management Team. You will have a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) , safeguarding and child development, together with the ability to lead a team effectively and ensure consistently high standards of care, learning and practice. Responsibilities Room Leadership Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery by effectively leading, supporting and developing staff within your allocated room. Act as a positive role model and mentor for colleagues, promoting high standards of professional practice. Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and welfare procedures are consistently followed. Lead effective room organisation and maintain a positive, stimulating and inclusive environment for children. Prepare staff and the room to a high standard for open mornings, tours, settling-in sessions and other nursery events. Planning, Teaching and Learning Lead room-based planning to provide a broad range of age-appropriate activities that reflect the EYFS curriculum and the individual needs, interests and stages of development of the children. Plan activities that support children's physical, social, emotional and intellectual development. Incorporate relevant whole-setting themes, events and cross-curricular activities into room planning. Work alongside the EYFS SENDCo, where appropriate, to plan and deliver targeted interventions and support for children with additional needs, including working with external agencies where required. Monitor children's development and ensure appropriate next steps are identified and implemented. Maintain high-quality developmental observations, linking these to Development Matters and the Characteristics of Effective Learning (COEL). Key Person Responsibilities Take responsibility for an allocated group of key children, supporting their individual development, learning and wellbeing. Ensure all children in your care are safe, happy, settled and fully included in nursery life. Act as a buddy key person when required, ensuring continuity and consistency of care. Be attentive to individual children's dietary, medical and care needs, particularly during mealtimes, and ensure relevant information is kept up to date. Communicate any significant incidents, concerns or relevant information promptly and appropriately to the Early Years Management Team. Records, Assessment and Communication Ensure all day-to-day records and documentation are completed accurately and within required timescales. Maintain regular developmental observations and progress records using the nursery's online learning and communication platform. Ensure observations are appropriately linked to Development Matters and the Characteristics of Effective Learning. Provide clear and appropriate next steps following observations where required. Support colleagues in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records. Proofread children's reports and progress information, supporting colleagues to ensure documentation is accurate, professional and completed by the required deadlines. Communicate effectively with families and other professionals, both verbally and in writing. Experience and Qualifications Essential Early Years NVQ Level 3 or above, or an equivalent recognised qualification. GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent. At least two years' experience working in a nursery or early years setting . Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum and child development. A sound understanding of safeguarding and children's welfare. Demonstrable experience of working effectively as part of a team. Desirable Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene qualification. Paediatric First Aid Certificate. Experience of supporting children with SEND and working alongside external agencies. Experience of using an online early years assessment and communication platform. Training can be provided where required. We are looking for someone who: Has a genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development. Is enthusiastic, energetic and committed to providing high-quality early years education and care. Can confidently lead, motivate and support colleagues. Has strong organisational and time-management skills. Can monitor, assess, record and communicate children's progress effectively. Understands the importance of safeguarding and consistently prioritises children's safety and wellbeing. Builds positive and professional relationships with children, families and colleagues. Is committed to creating an inclusive, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. Benefits Free Lunches 25 days holiday (15 discretionary, 5 days at Easter and 5 days at Christmas) Well-Being events Pension Scheme (Aviva) Uniform Corporate Gym Membership at The Angel Centre TPBN1_UKTJ

Assistant Nursery Manager Location: Hildenborough, Tonbridge, Kent Salary: £37,000£42,000 per annum, depending on experience Hours: Full-time, 40 hours across five days We are recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Nursery Manager to help lead a busy early years setting in Hildenborough, near Tonbridge. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager or experienced Room Leader who is ready to take the next step in their career. You will work closely with the Nursery Manager, supporting the team and helping to ensure children receive consistently high-quality care and education. The role Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day operation of the setting Leading, motivating and supporting the nursery team Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, care and education Ensuring practice remains fully compliant with the EYFS and Ofsted requirements Supporting staff development through supervision, coaching and constructive feedback Helping to maintain appropriate staffing levels and deployment Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues Supporting occupancy, enquiries and the continued success of the nursery Deputising for the Nursery Manager when required About you To be considered, you should have: A full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification or above Previous leadership experience within an early years setting A strong working knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements The confidence to support, develop and motivate a nursery team Excellent communication and organisational skills A genuine commitment to providing outstanding outcomes for children The ability to remain calm, positive and solutions-focused in a busy environment This is a full-time position working 40 hours across five days. The successful candidate will receive a salary of between £37,000 and £42,000, depending on experience. For further information or to apply, please submit your CV. All applications and initial conversations will be treated in confidence. ODIN Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacanc TPBN1_UKTJ

Overview: Trainee Early Years Assessor Are you an Early Years professional looking to become an Early Years Assessor? We have a trainee opportunity for someone with management experience in a nursery setting who is ready to take the next step into assessing Early Years apprenticeships. Recruiting on behalf of a training provider that is big on quality, which is reflected in their Ofsted grade, this is an opportunity not to be missed. The role is home based with learners located in Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding area. Trainee Early Years Assessor: Salary and Expenses The role is full-time, permanent Mon-Fri, no unsociable hours or weekends Home based and flexible working - manage your own diary £27k - £29k annual salary - increases with experience/qualifications Full travel expenses 2 weeks paid leave at Christmas + 21 days annual leave + Bank Holidays All equipment including laptop, mobile phone Further career opportunities with a growing, high quality training provider Purpose of the role: Trainee Early Years Assessor You will be managing a caseload of Early Years apprenticeship learners (including Functional Skills), both remotely (via telephone, video, email) and visits to the learner in their place of work. Providing mentorship and coaching to the learner through to completion of their Early Years apprenticeship qualification. Early Years Assessor: Essentials At least 3 years experience as a Deputy Manager or higher in a Nursery setting (for unqualified assessor applicants) UK driving license and use of own vehicle Home Based - covering Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding area A mixture of home working/remote and visiting learners in their place of work TPBN1_UKTJ

Location: Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent Hours: 40 hours per week Contract: 3 months initially, with potential to extend Age Group: 2–5 years Start: ASAP Humly is looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to join a welcoming Pre-Prep setting in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells

The Role As Deputy Manager, you'll work closely with the Nursery Manager to support the day-to-day running of the setting, lead and support the team, and help ensure consistently high standards of care, education and safeguarding. Location: Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent Hours: 40 hours per week C

Assistant Nursery Manager Location: Hildenborough, Tonbridge, Kent Salary: £37,000–£42,000 per annum, depending on experience Hours: Full-time, 40 hours across five days We are recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Nursery Manager to help lead a busy early years setting in Hildenborough, near Tonbridge. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager or experienced Room Leader who is ready to take the next step in their career. You will work closely with the Nursery Manager, supporting the team and helping to ensure children receive consistently high-quality care and education. The role Your responsibilities will include: • Supporting the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day operation of the setting, • Leading, motivating and supporting the nursery team, • Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, care and education, • Ensuring practice remains fully compliant with the EYFS and Ofsted requirements, • Supporting staff development through supervision, coaching and constructive feedback, • Helping to maintain appropriate staffing levels and deployment, • Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues, • Supporting occupancy, enquiries and the continued success of the nursery, • Deputising for the Nursery Manager when required About you To be considered, you should have: • A full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification or above, • Previous leadership experience within an early years setting, • A strong working knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements, • The confidence to support, develop and motivate a nursery team, • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • A genuine commitment to providing outstanding outcomes for children, • The ability to remain calm, positive and solutions-focused in a busy environment This is a full-time position working 40 hours across five days. The successful candidate will receive a salary of between £37,000 and £42,000, depending on experience. For further information or to apply, please submit your CV. All applications and initial conversations will be treated in confidence. ODIN Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy

Early Years Educator - Room Lead £15.10 per hour Location - Tonbridge 40 hours per week We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced Early Years Educator to join our nursery team as a Room Lead. The successful candidate will provide strong day-to-day leadership within their allocated room, supporting and mentoring colleagues while working closely with the Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager and Early Years Management Team. You will have a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), safeguarding and child development, together with the ability to lead a team effectively and ensure consistently high standards of care, learning and practice. Responsibilities Room Leadership Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery by effectively leading, supporting and developing staff within your allocated room. Act as a positive role model and mentor for colleagues, promoting high standards of professional practice. Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and welfare procedures are consistently followed. Lead effective room organisation and maintain a positive, stimulating and inclusive environment for children. Prepare staff and the room to a high standard for open mornings, tours, settling-in sessions and other nursery events.Planning, Teaching and Learning Lead room-based planning to provide a broad range of age-appropriate activities that reflect the EYFS curriculum and the individual needs, interests and stages of development of the children. Plan activities that support children's physical, social, emotional and intellectual development. Incorporate relevant whole-setting themes, events and cross-curricular activities into room planning. Work alongside the EYFS SENDCo, where appropriate, to plan and deliver targeted interventions and support for children with additional needs, including working with external agencies where required. Monitor children's development and ensure appropriate next steps are identified and implemented. Maintain high-quality developmental observations, linking these to Development Matters and the Characteristics of Effective Learning (COEL).Key Person Responsibilities Take responsibility for an allocated group of key children, supporting their individual development, learning and wellbeing. Ensure all children in your care are safe, happy, settled and fully included in nursery life. Act as a buddy key person when required, ensuring continuity and consistency of care. Be attentive to individual children's dietary, medical and care needs, particularly during mealtimes, and ensure relevant information is kept up to date. Communicate any significant incidents, concerns or relevant information promptly and appropriately to the Early Years Management Team.Records, Assessment and Communication Ensure all day-to-day records and documentation are completed accurately and within required timescales. Maintain regular developmental observations and progress records using the nursery's online learning and communication platform. Ensure observations are appropriately linked to Development Matters and the Characteristics of Effective Learning. Provide clear and appropriate next steps following observations where required. Support colleagues in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records. Proofread children's reports and progress information, supporting colleagues to ensure documentation is accurate, professional and completed by the required deadlines. Communicate effectively with families and other professionals, both verbally and in writing. Experience and Qualifications Essential Early Years NVQ Level 3 or above, or an equivalent recognised qualification. GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent. At least two years' experience working in a nursery or early years setting. Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum and child development. A sound understanding of safeguarding and children's welfare. Demonstrable experience of working effectively as part of a team. Desirable Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene qualification. Paediatric First Aid Certificate. Experience of supporting children with SEND and working alongside external agencies. Experience of using an online early years assessment and communication platform. Training can be provided where required.We are looking for someone who: Has a genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development. Is enthusiastic, energetic and committed to providing high-quality early years education and care. Can confidently lead, motivate and support colleagues. Has strong organisational and time-management skills. Can monitor, assess, record and communicate children's progress effectively. Understands the importance of safeguarding and consistently prioritises children's safety and wellbeing. Builds positive and professional relationships with children, families and colleagues. Is committed to creating an inclusive, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.Benefits Free Lunches 25 days holiday (15 discretionary, 5 days at Easter and 5 days at Christmas) Well-Being events Pension Scheme (Aviva) Uniform Corporate Gym Membership at The Angel Centre

Overview: Trainee Early Years Assessor Are you an Early Years professional looking to become an Early Years Assessor? We have a trainee opportunity for someone with management experience in a nursery setting who is ready to take the next step into assessing Early Years apprenticeships. Recruiting on behalf of a training provider that is big on quality, which is reflected in their Ofsted grade, this is an opportunity not to be missed. The role is home based with learners located in Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding area. Trainee Early Years Assessor: Salary and Expenses The role is full-time, permanent Mon-Fri, no unsociable hours or weekends Home based and flexible working - manage your own diary £27k - £29k annual salary - increases with experience/qualifications Full travel expenses 2 weeks paid leave at Christmas + 21 days annual leave + Bank Holidays All equipment including laptop, mobile phone Further career opportunities with a growing, high quality training provider Purpose of the role: Trainee Early Years Assessor You will be managing a caseload of Early Years apprenticeship learners (including Functional Skills), both remotely (via telephone, video, email) and visits to the learner in their place of work. Providing mentorship and coaching to the learner through to completion of their Early Years apprenticeship qualification. Early Years Assessor: Essentials At least 3 years experience as a Deputy Manager or higher in a Nursery setting (for unqualified assessor applicants) UK driving license and use of own vehicle Home Based - covering Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding area A mixture of home working/remote and visiting learners in their place of work

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Hybrid with regular travel to Nursery Group Sites across the UK. To support and monitor compliance, quality, and standards across Monkey Puzzle Nursery Group. The role is responsible for advising and supporting nursery management teams, and practitioners to deliver high-quality care and education.

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