Pre-School Room Leader

Are you an experienced Room Leader looking for a new challenge and live in the Croydon area? Salary £23,000 - £25,000 per annum depending on experience.

This well-established nursery situated in Croydon is looking for an experienced Pre-School Room Leader to join their team

 The role will include running a busy Pre-School room, leading and supporting the staff team in planning and implementing through the EYFS, monitoring children in their development and ensuring the room is run to a high standard. You will be a key person for a small group of children and ensuring that all children’s learning journals are up to date, be able to build positive partnerships with families and other professionals.

To be considered:

• Either an NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent in Childcare and Education or higher.
• Knowledge of the EYFS Curriculum
• Knowledge of Ofsted and inspection Criteria.
• Knowledge of the Statutory requirements, Childrens Act and British Vales
• A strong understanding of child development
• A passion for working with the under-fives
• The ability to lead a team and mentor staff
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Be enthusiastic & energetic
• Experience as a Room Leader or in a similar role
• An understanding of all nursery duties
• Strong partnership with Parents

Your role will include:

• To be responsible for the day to day running of the Pre-school room
• Monitor and reporting of staff performance with their key children folders and planning
• Ensure implementation of the EYFS curriculum
• Lead planning for the EYFS curriculum and maintain accurate and effective children’s records.
• Support and develop good practice with regards to SEN and inclusion
• To be motivated and able to motive staff and children.
• To be able to work on your own initiative.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and targets.
• To work with external agencies to support children’s learning, behaviour and development.
• Ensuring that children are cared for in a happy and safe environment
• Providing high quality care for the children within the setting
• Following the nurseries policies and procedures throughout the setting

** This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and Early Years references **

**StaffBank is an Equal Opportunities Employer **