Nursery Room Leader

About the Nursery:

Our client is a brand new setting situated in a vibrant, diverse and socially inclusive residential area of South East London.

About the Role:

The role of a nursery practitioner is a challenging, yet rewarding one. The right candidates will need the following to be considered for the positions available:

• Be committed to best practice and strive for excellence, to ensure that the needs are being met for each and every unique child. No child should be left behind.

• Ensure that the Safeguarding and Well-being of the children are considered at all times.

• Ensure that all policies and procedures are adhered to.

• Be self-motivated and form positive professional relationships with parents/guardians, children, fellow staff members and outside agencies.

• Create a welcoming, inclusive, child centred and enabling environment.

• Keep updated with current legislation and have in-depth knowledge of the EYFS. • Be an excellent Role Model.

• Positively develop and the staff team by continuously raising the standards.

• Be flexible and adaptable to change and willing to develop your skills, by undergoing continuous training.

• Be assertive and proactive.

• Use your own initiative.

• Be enthusiastic, reliable, trustworthy and passionate.

This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated Room Leaders, to manage and lead a small team by demonstrating your leadership qualities.

Experience desired:

• Minimum of 3 years solid experience required.

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Childcare.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Confident to deliver in training, staff meetings and produce accurate written reports and observations.

• Sound knowledgeable of Safeguarding and Health and Safety procedures.