At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a preschool room, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality early years education.
- Company: Friendly community-based preschool in beautiful Lewknor, Oxfordshire.
- Benefits: Term time only hours for great work-life balance and training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to children's welfare and development.
- Why this job: Take the next step in your early years career and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and at least 2 years' experience required.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.
About us
Lewknor Preschool is a friendly, community-based preschool in the village of Lewknor, Oxfordshire. We provide high-quality early years care and education, including outdoor forestry sessions, in a warm and welcoming setting.
The role
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Level 3 practitioner to join us as Deputy & Room Leader. You will lead the day-to-day running of our preschool room, support and mentor our team, and deputise for the Preschool Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their early years career.
You will:
- Lead the daily operation of the room and ensure EYFS ratios are always met
- Deliver and oversee a high-quality EYFS curriculum tailored to children's individual needs
- Lead SENCO duties and support children with additional needs
- Carry out DSL duties and ensure safeguarding is prioritised at all times
- Support induction and mentoring of new staff and trainees
- Build positive relationships with parents, carers and external professionals
What we're looking for
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
- Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience in an early years setting
- SENDCO and DSL trained
- Current Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
- Up-to-date safeguarding training and Food Hygiene certification
- Wellcomm trained (or willingness to obtain)
- If qualified after Jan 2024, DfE Maths & English Level 2 requirements met
- Enhanced DBS check and suitable references
Desirable:
- Wellcomm Toolkit, Early Help, Oral Health and Healthy Weight training.
What we offer
- Term time only hours - great for work-life balance
- Training and development opportunities (we will train the right applicant)
- A supportive, close-knit team in a beautiful village setting
Lewknor Preschool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Deputy & Room Leader – Level 3 - Early Years - Term time only employer: Lewknor Preschool
Lewknor Preschool offers a nurturing and supportive environment for its employees, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth. With a focus on delivering high-quality early years education, staff benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a strong sense of community within the picturesque setting of Oxfordshire. Join us to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while enjoying a flexible work schedule that promotes work-life balance.
