Job introduction
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Room Leader with a minimum level 3 qualification to join our nursery team
The role is 37 hours per week working Monday to Friday 7:45-5:00pm or 8:00-5:15pm and Friday 9:00-1:00pm
We would welcome any candidate to visit our setting to meet our staff team, see our learning spaces and hear about our ethos.
For an informal discussion or to arrange a Visit, please contact Laura Howe - Nursery Manager on 01273 290458.
About the role
Jump Start Nursery is one of Brighton and Hove City Council Nurseries that operate across the city and provide a high quality service for children aged from 2 to 5 years.
We are open Monday to Thursday from 8am to 5pm and Fridays 9am to 1pm and located within Moulsecoomb Children’s Centre which has been purpose built to meet the needs of young children and their families.
The nursery is open plan and provides children with lots of space to play and learn. We have a large garden space where children can climb, look after our guinea pigs, play in the sand, ride bikes and explore nature.
We have a play-based approach to learning in a fun, happy and calm atmosphere.
We are proud of our staff who are qualified or working towards a qualification, who share our passion for delivering a high standard of care to the children and provide exciting opportunities for the children to grow, learn and develop into confident young people.
Applicants must have:
experience of working with young children in an early year’s environment
a fun positive attitude to work
experience of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
passion to learn and develop
experience of meeting the individual needs of young children and their families
demonstrate a passion and commitment for providing high quality care and learning opportunities
a minimum Level 3 qualification in Early years and childcare, or level 2 willing to work towards a level 3.
excellent communication skills.
The role involves:
Running the Adventurers room and supporting staff
being a key person for a group of children
building relationships
being an inspiration to the children
supporting attachment building
ensuring the children feel safe
carrying out observations
assessing children
supporting growth and development.
We will provide:
A setting that is child and family centred, not for a profit.
Salary above market average starting at £28,163 for a full-time post of 37 hours a week, equivalent to £14.60 per hour, with yearly increases up to £30,060 per year, or £15.58 per hour.
a full induction and training programme
ongoing support in the form of regular supervisions and appraisals
the opportunity to work as part of a dedicated team
3 in house training days per year, plus other opportunities to attend individual training courses.
Encouragement and support to further your education through continued professional development.
Generous holiday
Generous pension scheme
Loans available to support with bus travel or buying a bike and deposits on rental properties, these are paid back over the year straight from your salary.
Staff discount scheme can be used in local shops/cafes and national stores, includes free rides on the Volks rail, discounted cinema tickets, and discounted gift cards.
The opportunity to work in a fun environment