Level 3 Nursery Practioner - Full Time Roles in Tottenham/ Kentish Town

Description

Job Description:

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Room Leader / Level 3 for our pre-school classroom & nursery setting to support our childcare team. This role involves assisting in the organization and supervision of activities within a nursery environment, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging space for children. The ideal candidate will possess strong management and leadership skills, with a genuine passion for early childhood development. This paid position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career in childcare whilst making a positive impact on young lives.

Key Requirements:

Minimum level 3 qualified with at least 1 year recent Day Nursery experience.

Responsibilities:

Provide safe, High Quality Care and Education for the children aged between 3 - 5 years on a daily basis
To fulfil legal and statutory requirements as stated by the governing body OFSTED, EYFS, Safeguarding, Fire Safety Regulations, Health and Safety Regulations, Local Authority Regulations, Food Safety
To be responsible for the care, welfare, health, safety and security of all children and staff
To supervise and assist all members of staff on a day to day basis
To contribute to and implement the Nursery’s policies and procedures
To liaise with Professional Bodies associated with the nursery
To be committed to continuous professional development and promote this within the Nursery
To be a positive role model for staff, parents, and children at all times

Main Duties:

To continuously monitor and recommend improvements for quality in all working areas to the Management
To work with the Management and staff on the implementation of policies and procedures
To plan appropriate activities, work and programs for children in partnership with the Management
To be responsible for the planning and documentation of the Early Years Foundation Stage ensuring that learning outcomes are being attained for the children
To supervise the Curriculum Planning & Learning Journeys in accordance with the EYFS
To ensure that all documentation is accurately completed and up to date
To complete assessments / reports on children’s work and development
To involve children, parents and carers in the curriculum and ensure effective communication at all times
To assist and direct staff with preparation of resources/ materials for planned activities and displays
To ensure that personal, physical, social, spiritual, emotional, cultural and moral needs are adequately addressed and to be actively involved in supporting children in their achievements of planned objectives and goals
Liaise closely with parents and carers ensuring that the children’s needs are recognised and met
Supervise and advise Nursery Nurses, Nursery Assistants and students as directed by Management
Advise the Management of any concerns e.g. over children, parents, staff or health and safety issues, preserving confidentiality as necessary
To keep confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff that is acquired as part of the job
To liaise closely with other Room Leaders to manage the transition of each child
To liaise closely with other Room Leaders to manage the sharing of the changing / toilet facilities
To attend in-service training courses and meetings as required and cascade information to staff
To attend staff meetings, co-chair room meetings, take minutes and present to Nursery Manager
To monitor stock levels of consumables and to order items as they may be required
To manage the cleaning and hygiene within the nursery as a whole as part of the management team
To undertake the administration of First Aid as required
Conduct daily / weekly and full monthly room / garden / nursery inspections and risk assessments
To take responsibility for opening and closing procedures of the rooms & garden
To ensure correct use of equipment in the Nursery and encourage staff, parents and children to care for Nursery facilities and resources
To contribute to the social and extra-curricular activities of the Nursery and assist with their organization as required
To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the manager, in accordance with the nursery’s objectives

This role offers an engaging environment for individuals passionate about early childhood education and development. Successful applicants will be part of a supportive team committed to providing high-quality care and education for young children.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Ad ID: 5417457998