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Form of work We are looking for an experienced and qualified Room Leader to work with in the Pre-School room at Nursery. You will work with a wonderful team based at Atherton House School in Crosby . This is a full time post for 40 hour per week all year round.
The nursery has an outstanding reputation in the local community and is in a prime location with excellent commuter links including Blundellsands & Crosby train station less than 1/2 mile away.
The ideal candidate must be able to bring a sense of awe and wonder, making it a fun and magical day for the children.
Benefits of working for the Atherton House Group:
We place a huge emphasis on wellbeing, with access to the BUPA helpline
Join the children for breakfast, be a positive role model whilst save time in the morning. We provide cereal and fruit for our practitioners each morning
Free DBS
Holiday entitlement that increases with service
Regular team treats
Childcare provision with substantial childcare discount
Annual staff BBQ with free bar and Christmas night out
Dress down Friday every week
Competitive salary of £12.00 - £12.50 per hour (£24,964 - £26,000), with an annual pay review
Rewards and recognition gifts for performance
Excellent in-house training and career progression opportunities
Except for occasional training you are not required to work evening or weekends. The setting is closed on all bank holidays, we also do not open on Christmas Eve The nursery closes over Christmas until the first working day in the New Year.
The Room Leader's main duties
Plan, prepare and support the smooth running of a creative and playful curriculum with colleagues in line with The Early Years Foundation Stage.
Conduct baseline assessments and age appropriate assessments based on children's individual development.
Support children's settling in visits, inductions, and room transitions.
Communicate with parents/carers about their child's development and keep them involved.
Support and mentor team members with their Continual Professional Development.
Key Skills
Must be Childcare Level 3 qualified (Essential)
Experience working in Pre-School Room (Desirable)
Good knowledge of EYFS (Essential)
Good knowledge of safeguarding (Essential)
Minimum 1 year Room Leader experience (Desirable)
Minimum 2 years' leadership experience (Desirable)
