Early Years Room Leader

Our independent nursery in Wimbledon is looking for an experienced and qualified Lead Practioner who has a passion for childcare and education.

About Alexander House Nursery

AHN is an independent day-care and preschool for children aged 10 months to 5 years. We are proud to be a family-owned nursery that provides children with quality education and care.

We are open for 50 weeks per year, Monday to Friday.

For a sneak peak at our daily activities, take a look here: https://www.instagram.com/alexanderhousenursery/?hl=en

About you:

You are warm, friendly, and approachable. You are confident, with a can-do attitude. A great problem solver and can think on your feet making sure that the best outcome is reached in whatever situation unfolds. You are honest, trustworthy, respectful, culturally aware, and sensitive. You are reliable and punctual. You are committed to improving your skills and knowledge within the field that you work. You are ambitious and looking for a role where you can grow and develop your leadership skills. And you love working with children and families.

Why Join Our Team?

Alexander House Nursery is a modern nursery whose goal is to continue to grow and influence the Early Years sector. As we are a family-owned nursery, we value our team and continuously encourage every team member to develop their skills and grow with our nursery.

We Offer:

• Your birthday off!
• Part-Time & Full Time roles available
• Competitive Pay - In line with leading providers.
• Learning & development fund for career development
• Staff Wellness Programme - Including access to discounts and free 24/7 counselling.
• Time off at Christmas & New Years (1 week closure)

Our Early Years Practitioner should have:

• Level 3 or Above Childcare Qualification (OFSTED recognised, full and relevant).
• Leadership Skills (desirable)

Shift Patterns:

Candidates must be able to work 8am - 6pm 4 days a week, including Fridays.

If this still sounds like the right job for you, then please do apply without delay.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to £28,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 18 – 36 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme

School type:

• Day nursery
• Preschool
• Private nursery school

Application question(s):

• Do you require visa sponsorship to take up this post?
• Do you live within commutable distance from Wimbledon? (Please do not apply if you are unable to commute)
• Are you able to work shift patterns advertised in the advert?

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 3 or above Early Years Qualification (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: AHNLeadPractitioner_24