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Job Overview: Nursery Room Leader (Medstead)
A hands-on room leadership role in a rural, upbeat nursery, leading daily activities with a strong focus on outdoor exploration and Forest School learning.
Pay, Hours & Perks
- Pay Rate: £13.75 – £15.00 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience).
- Hours & Rota: Flexible, 20 to 40 hours per week (Full-time or Part-time options available).
- Location: Medstead (Countryside setting with extensive outdoor grounds).
- Perks: Free hot lunches, birthday off as paid leave, onsite parking, pension, and professional development/mentoring.
Core Responsibilities
- Activity Planning & Delivery: Plan and deliver stimulating educational activities that align with EYFS standards and outdoor learning.
- Safety & Safeguarding: Uphold health, safety, and welfare standards, ensure regulatory compliance, and safeguard children.
- Team Leadership: Support room staff, maintain positive team relationships, and engage in ongoing career progression opportunities.
Key Requirements
- Level 2 or Level 3 Qualification in Early Years.
- Strong working knowledge of the EYFS and good written/spoken English.
- Valid DBS (on the Update Service) or willingness to complete one.
- (Desirable: SEND experience, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, and Food Hygiene certificates).
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.75-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
Experience:
- Nursery: 2 years (required)
- Childcare: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person