Deputy Room Leader (Pre-school)

Deputy Room Leader (Pre-school)

Location: London

Salary: £28k + Excellent Benefits

Full - Time, 40 hours per week (rotating schedule)

The Client:

Our client is a privately-owned family-run registered children’s day nursery, providing a safe, nurturing, and development-focused environment for children aged three months to five years.

The Role:

As a Deputy Room Leader, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality care and education for children aged 3 - 5 years, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, overseeing the welfare of both children and staff, and contributing to the smooth operation of the nursery.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and suggest quality improvements.
• Assist in maintaining and enhancing quality childcare.
• Plan age-appropriate activities adhering to Early Years Foundation guidelines.
• Engage parents, carers, and children effectively.
• Supervise allocated room, support Nursery staff, and ensure cleanliness.
• Collaborate with management to implement policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation of learning outcomes.
• Complete assessments and reports on children's progress.
• Manage resources and materials for activities and displays.
• Address children's holistic needs and support their goals.
• Oversee consumable stock levels and order supplies.
• Administer First Aid as needed.
• Conduct routine room, garden, and nursery inspections and risk assessments.
• Manage opening and closing procedures as needed.
• Ensure appropriate equipment usage and encourage care for nursery facilities.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as Senior Nursery Practitioner / Senior Nursery Nurse / Nursery supervisor or in a similar role.
• Have NVQ Level 3 in Childcare.
• Certified in Child Protection, First Aid, Health & Safety, and Food Hygiene.
• Familiarity with EYFS, OFSTED guidelines, and Quality Management.
• Strong communication and ICT skills.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary
• Pension auto-enrolment.
• Minimum 5.6 weeks of annual leave.
• Ongoing Professional Development and internal training.

Apply now for a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a well-established nursery.

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