Room Leader

Join the team at Banana Moon!

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Room Leader at Banana Moon Day Nurseries to create a warm and inspiring environment where children can thrive and develop. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in the daily activities of the nursery and contribute significantly to the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum to ensure quality educational experiences for children.
• Supervise the nursery team, providing guidance and support to ensure all staff understand their roles and responsibilities.
• Foster a secure and caring atmosphere for children, where their individual needs are met and celebrated.
• Monitor children’s progress and maintain relevant records, sharing updates with parents and colleagues.
• Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to, including safeguarding, health and safety, and quality assurance processes.
• Engage with parents and families to build strong relationships and provide regular updates on children's development.
• Be a role model for staff and students, promoting good practice and a positive culture within the nursery.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• A minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting, ideally in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and provide support and guidance to others.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We welcome your application to become a valued member of the Banana Moon team, where you can make a real difference in the lives of children!

• Bupa Employee Assistance. We all have times in our life when we need a little extra support, which is why we’re working with Bupa to bring all of our employees a free, 24-hour confidential helpline service
• A unique Early Learning and Development program for our children
• Less paperwork is involved, meaning that you can spend more time with the children
• Use of tablets that are linked to our bespoke 'Parent App', giving instant messages to and from parents about their child's day and development
• State-of-the-art technology, including a biometric entry system, an interactive screen for our Preschool children as well as our Parent App and tablets
• Excellent rates of pay (based on experience and qualification)
• Great holiday entitlement
• Great career prospects
• You will be provided with a free DBS check and uniform if offered the job
• If you feel that you are looking for a challenge, or simply want to further your experience with the possibility of promotion and working your way up in a company, this is where you should apply!