Nest Embassy Gardens is our newest nursery, at 14 New Union Square, Nine Elms, SW11, for children from 6 months to 5 years. We're looking for a Preschool Room Leader who will also be Third in Charge: someone who leads our oldest children towards school with confidence, supports the Manager and Deputy, and deputises when the Manager or Deputy is away.
What you'll do
- Lead the Preschool Room day to day, including the room routine, staff deployment and ratios
- Plan and deliver a school-readiness curriculum in line with the EYFS, and keep observations and progress records up to date
- Coach and support the practitioners in your room
- As Third in Charge, support the Manager and Deputy, and deputise when the Manager or Deputy is away
- Build strong, trusting relationships with parents, and support children's transitions to school
- Take part in our enrichment programme, including Spanish, Mandarin, ballet and STEAM
What we're looking for
- A Level 3 early years qualification or above
- Experience leading a room, ideally with pre-school children
- Sound knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted expectations
- Confidence to deputise when the Manager or Deputy is away
- A passion for high-quality childcare, and the drive to help shape a brand-new nursery
What we offer
- Fully funded training and CPD, with paid time out of the nursery for face-to-face training
- Fast progression, with internal promotion first
- Private health insurance (after one year)
- Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans
- 28 days' holiday plus 3 paid INSET days a year
- Company pension
- Regular team socials and wellbeing events
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Preschool Room Leader / Third in Charge employer: Nest Nurseries
Nest Embassy Gardens is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young children. With fully funded training and continuous professional development opportunities, alongside generous benefits like private health insurance and childcare discounts, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing. Join us in Nine Elms, where you'll be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and innovation in early years education.
