Team Leader 1 -3s

• In: Oxfordshire
• Salary: £15500 - £17000
• Type: Permanent
• Starting: ASAP - Notice honoured

We are delighted to be helping a prestigious chain recruit for an enthusiastic Nursery Team Leader for their 113 place nursery in Oxford.

The successful candidate must be qualified to a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent). You will be passionate about Childcare and demonstrate a positive attitude to fit in the team within this friendly and professional nursery. 

This position is based within the Over 1-3's area and previous experience of working with this age group is advantageoud.

Responsibilities

• To be responsible for providing the highest level of care for every child within the Room. 

• Ensuring that each child is treated as an individual and that their development needs are met on an ongoing basis. 

• To ensure that the room/unit operates effectively referring issues to the nursery environment promotes and upholds equal opportunity policies through diverse activities and positive language.

Accountabilities

• To provide a positive attitude and leadership within the room, motivating and inspiring a small team. 

• To communicate effectively with the nursery staff, the nursery manager and the parents to ensure that everyone is kept informed on developments within the room 

• Ensuring that all policies, procedures and working practices are adhered to and the nursery standards of care and development are continually delivered

Personal Specification

• Qualified to at least Level 3 in Early Years Childcare 

• Ideally with previous Room Leading experience, though experienced Nursery Nurses with a lot of experience of working with 1 - 3’s will be considered.

• Familiar with the EYFS Curriculum

•  Staff management experience 

• Good understanding of OFSTED 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Good team player 

• Good working knowledge and understanding of Children Act

This nursery provides staff uniform, pension scheme, private health insurance, free parking and many other staff benefits.You will need to be focused, proactive and confident and committed to high standards of care. You must enjoy being hands on team leader. 

This is a fantastic opportunity if you are looking for a change and the opportunity to work for a very friendly nursery chain with great career development opportunities .

This is a fantastic opportunity if you are looking for a change and an opportunity to work for a prestigious chain who offer great development opportunities. So if you want to further your career in childcare apply today!

For more information regarding the above nursery post, or to hear about other opportunities with nurseries and early years, please do not hesitate to contact Kylie Gaskin in our Oxford branch, or alternatively please visit our website.

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