If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead a room in an exceptional nursery, we'd love to hear from you! Due to the growth of our setting, we are pleased to be offering this exciting opportunity to join the Nursery provision of our school and become part of a warm, forward-thinking team where you can truly make a difference.
Our wonderful Nursery is open to boys and girls, and we offer a year-round provision. This is an exciting role which would suit someone with a Level 3 Qualification and experience in working in an Early Years setting.
Set in beautiful woodlands in the village of Sunninghill, near Ascot, The Marist School is a leading independent Catholic day school for girls aged 2 to 18. The Marist employs over 130 members of staff, and we are proud to be a diverse community that fosters a family spirit across the school.
About the Role
As a Room Lead - Qualified Nursery Practitioner, you will:
* Take the lead in planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities for children aged 2-4.
* Support children's development through structured and play-based learning experiences.
* Work closely with families, providing regular feedback and leading parent meetings.
* Make the most of the school's beautiful outdoor setting, encouraging learning through nature and exploration.
* Guide and inspire your team, ensuring a warm, supportive, and stimulating environment.
What's on Offer?
Professional Development: Ongoing training and opportunities to enhance your skills.
Fantastic Resources: Access to swimming, specialist teaching, forest school and beautiful woodland surroundings.
Supportive Leadership: Be part of a collaborative, friendly team with strong leadership support.
Flexibility: The potential to work the contracted hours within a five-day or four-day working week.
Well-being: Delicious lunches, swimming pool and gym, onsite parking, supportive community.
Who We're Looking For
* Level 3 or above qualification in Childcare (or equivalent).
* Experience in working in an Early Years setting.
* A passion for early years education and child development.
* Strong communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
* A thorough understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
* A commitment to creating a fun, nurturing, and inspiring learning environment.
Prospective candidates are invited to contact Lisa Chapman, Head of Pre Prep for an informal conversation about the role.
Application information is available from the school website.
Closing Date: 11th April 2025.
Applications for this role will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and The Marist School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Early application is therefore strongly advised.
Right to work: Please note that it will not be possible for the School to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the successful candidate for this position. Therefore, the appointable candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK or have leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with the School, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
The Marist School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All posts at The Marist are subject to satisfactory statutory employment checks and referencing.
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