We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Nursery Room Leader to join our team at our Little Faces Nursery, situated in the grounds of South Downs College. This role will be in the baby room and therefore eligible candidates will need to have received training on working with under 2’s in the last 3 years.
Hours: 40 hours per week,
Weeks: 52 weeks per year
Salary: £24,984.96
Contract type: Permanent
The ideal candidates must demonstrate that they have a good knowledge of the EYFS and a passion for childcare and development, being able to use their own initiative to ensure that the children’s individual needs are met. The candidates should also be flexible in their working and be a good team player. They must have good communication skills. You will join a small but experienced team, who provide the best outcomes for children.
Applicants will have:
- Level 3 qualification in childcare
- Paediatric First Aid certificate (desirable - training can be provided)
- Good experience of working with children aged 0-4
- Training and experience of working with under 2’s in the last 3 years
- Good working knowledge of the EYFS and a passion for childcare and development
Why work for Little Faces Nursery?
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and the Christmas break
- Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Starbucks and gym facilities on-site
- Time in lieu for additional time off (built up through working extra hours if required)
- Continuous training and development opportunities
Best of all our nursery is friendly, warm and welcoming. Our team are hugely passionate about early years childcare and education and love the work they do!
This position is full time however, HSDC is proud to support flexible working opportunities and therefore applications for flexible working will be considered and we will offer flexibility wherever possible.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
HSDC actively promotes equity, diversity and inclusion at all levels, including its employees, students and customers. Ensuring that we are always recruiting, retaining and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues allows us to have a workforce that is representative of our students and the local community. Therefore, providing us with access to a wide range of skills and experiences.
If you would like an informal chat about the role, please do not hesitate to contact Tracy McEvoy (Nursery Manager) at tracy.mcevoy@hsdc.ac.uk.
Previously known as South Downs College Nursery, Little Faces provides a safe, inspiring and exciting environment for young children, where they can be happy, secure and build upon their talents as they grow.
Little Faces is open 7.45am-5.45pm Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks of the year.
Registered with Ofsted and graded as good, the Nursery is led by fully qualified staff who are experienced and dedicated in making children feel safe, cared for and included. A key responsibility of the Nursery is helping promote the development of life long skills in children.
Previously known as South Downs College Nursery, Little Faces provides a safe, inspiring and exciting environment for young children, where they can be happy, secure and build upon their talents as they grow.
Little Faces is open 7.45am-5.45pm Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks of the year.
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Registered with Ofsted and graded as good, the Nursery is led by fully qualified staff who are experienced and dedicated in making children feel safe, cared for and included. A key responsibility of the Nursery is helping promote the development of life long skills in children.