Job Title:Room Leader - TN9 - Level 3 - £11.25+ per hourWe are currently seeking a qualified Room Leader for our Preschool room in Tonbridge (TN9). Our nursery is a private day care facility located in a converted house with spacious grounds, conveniently situated for residents and commuters to London, just a 7-minute walk from Tonbridge Station. We operate full-time from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, caring for children aged 3 months to 5 years.The shift pattern consists of 4 days a week with one day off, totaling 41 days over 4 days.The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Proven supervisory and coaching experience is essential.Main duties include:Ensuring high-quality childcare and education in a safe, clean environment.Serving as a professional role model for staff, maintaining high standards of appearance and conduct.Coaching, mentoring, and supervising nursery practitioners to ensure role fulfillment.Supporting the Nursery Manager.Conducting termly supervisions, observations, and cohort tracking.Embedding and adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).Maintaining up-to-date room display boards and communication materials.Keeping Key Person information current.Salary and benefits include:Competitive base salaryGenerous holidays, including paid Christmas closure, increased allowance with length of service, and a paid birthday day offReward and recognition bonus schemeFunded training and development opportunitiesCareer progression through programs like Leaders of the FuturePaid for enhanced DBS checks and annual renewal servicesEmployee of the Month rewardsStaff, family, and friends childcare discountsPension scheme contributionsFree uniformFruits, meals, and refreshmentsEssential qualifications and skills:Level 3 or above Early Years qualificationMinimum 1 year post-qualification experience as a Room LeaderSupervisory and coaching experienceKnowledge of EYFS and safeguarding policiesUnderstanding of Ofsted inspection frameworkTeamwork experience in a similar roleKnowledge of health and safety requirementsThis is a full-time position. Salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and suitability.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Room Leader