Nursery Room Leader
Join Our Team as a Room Leader!
If you're ready for a new challenge where you’ll feel valued, supported, and part of a fantastic team, look no further! We are excited to welcome a Room Leader to our Babies room at Chestnut House Kindergarten, located in the historic city of Colchester.
About Us
Chestnut House Kindergarten is conveniently situated on a main road with excellent public transport links, just a short distance from the town center. Our nursery operates from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and we pride ourselves on creating a supportive family environment that uplifts every team member.
Position Details
- Location: 45 Mill Road, Myland, Colchester, CO4 5LE
- Hours: Full time - 40 hours
- Salary: £29,245 per annum
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!
- Childcare Discount: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your little ones.
- Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
- Career Growth: Personalized learning and development opportunities.
- Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme!
Your Role as Room Leader
As a Room Leader, you will:
- Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
- Support the holistic development of children, focusing on their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs.
- Assist staff in maintaining high-quality updates on the EyLog system and children's learning journals.
- Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility within the team.
- Implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments.
- Maintain accurate records related to children and staff on the EyMan system.
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor.
- Understand and meet the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should have:
- Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential
- Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential
- Over 6 months’ experience in a senior position - Desirable
- Knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable
- Understanding of the statutory framework for the EYFS - Essential
- Fluency in written and spoken English - Essential
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
Join us at Chestnut House Kindergarten and become part of a team that treats everyone with respect and equality. We can’t wait to meet you!
