At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to create a nurturing learning environment for children.
- Company: Join Hackney Education’s Comberton Children’s Centre, committed to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Embrace a supportive culture that values equality and diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: NVQ3 in childcare or equivalent and experience in diverse settings.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Overview: Room Leader for Hackney Education’s Comberton Children’s Centre. Work to create a safe, healthy, supportive learning environment for children, supporting the centre’s commitment to inclusive and high-quality education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise the room and practitioners on a daily basis.
- Collaborate with the Teacher and Senior Children’s Centre Officer to develop and monitor a quality curriculum in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Ensure the curriculum aligns with outstanding practice standards and meets the needs of a culturally diverse community.
- Support staff and children in the Forest School area; training to be provided if required.
- Work flexible hours within the centre’s shift system, maintaining a stable and supportive environment for families and staff.
Qualifications and Experience:
- NVQ3 qualification or above in childcare or equivalent.
- Significant professional experience working in a culturally diverse educational childcare setting.
- High level of interpersonal skills and outstanding knowledge of curriculum design and delivery.
- Strong communication and organisational abilities.
- Willingness to work flexible hours as per shift schedule.
Employment Conditions:
- Competitive salary.
- Experience in a culturally diverse setting required.
Equality and Diversity: Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and social class. The Council particularly welcomes applications from disabled people, who are currently under-represented in the workforce.
Room Lead – Comberton Children’s Centre employer: Hackney Borough Council
Hackney Education’s Comberton Children’s Centre is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment for children. With a strong commitment to professional development, staff are encouraged to grow through training opportunities, including support in specialised areas like Forest School. The centre promotes a collaborative work culture that values diversity and prioritises the well-being of both children and staff, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in education.
