Jo Jo's Day Care Nursery Ltd - Canterbury are currently recruiting for three experienced, motivated Room Leaders to work in our 'Brand New Early Years Setting' in Canterbury, Kent.
We currently run a nursery setting in Herne Bay and is rated as 'Good' by Ofsted. This is a very well-known setting in the area and has been operating since 2008.
We are looking for team players to lead other qualified and experienced staff to ensure the new opening will run smoothly and effectively for all the new families that have already signed up for the opening in term 5, April.
The successful applicant will be passionate about working in childcare and will be required to run the room and support the staff team.
You will have experience working in a busy nursery or early years environment and have a good understanding of best practice.
This is a full-time and permanent position, working Monday to Friday, a minimum of 40 hours per week, all year round. This is NOT a Term Time Only position.
Due to a high level of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.
Responsibilities and Duties
Some of your duties and responsibilities will include:
* Achieving and maintaining high standards of care and education
* Leading the team within your room in planning the curriculum and reflective practice
* Completing Supervision within your room
* Having a good knowledge of the Key Person system
* Confidently carrying out observations, assessments, and planning for Key Children
* Planning, preparing, and reviewing the curriculum with your team reflective of the EYFS
* Ensuring all policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to at all times
* Providing a happy, safe, and stimulating environment for children
* Working in partnership with parents and providing good customer service
* Ensuring confidentiality at all times
* Developing relationships with colleagues, with the ability and enthusiasm to work flexibly and as part of a successful team
Qualifications and Skills
What experience and qualifications must I have to apply?
* Minimum Level 3 qualification or equivalent
* Minimum of 2 years post-qualifying experience working with children from birth to 5 years
* Ability to lead a team
* A sound knowledge of child development for children from birth to five years
* Understanding of play-based approaches to children's learning and development
* Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to create an engaging learning environment
* Knowledge of child protection procedures
* A positive attitude, good initiative, confidence, and approachability
Benefits
Jo Jo's Day Care Nursery Limited is part of the 'NOW Pension' Scheme.
Staff benefit from a 25% discount on childcare.
Extra one day holiday a year for being a Room Leader on top of the normal holiday allowance.
Support with progressing knowledge with a training provider.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
* Nursery: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: NEW Room Leaders - Canterbury
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