At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to create a safe and engaging environment for children.
- Company: Join the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, a leader in healthcare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to inclusivity and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and experience in team management required.
The predicted salary is between 30414 - 36989 £ per year.
Play House Day Nursery is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to care for the children of staff at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. We require a reliable, flexible member of the team showing initiative and commitment. An ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form will be essential. Applicants must have a minimum Level 5 qualification in Childcare and Education and level A-C in GCSE English. In addition, you should have experience of working effectively with a staff team in full day care.
Main duties of the job:
- To team lead a staff group.
- To be responsible for the nursery in management absence.
- To carry out performance development reviews with your staff, setting objectives and giving constructive support in performance development.
- To carry out regular supervisions of staff to monitor development.
- To take the lead in planning and organising the smooth running of a group room.
- To plan, hold and record team meetings.
Education/Qualifications:
- NVQ Level 5 or equivalent in Childcare & Education.
- Working towards a higher qualification.
- Early Years Foundation Degree or BA Honours qualification.
Experience:
- Supervisory or management experience.
- Experience of managing the curriculum.
- Experience of working with children in full day care.
- Experience of working with a team.
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:
- An ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form will be essential.
- ICT Skills.
- Thorough knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
- Committed and reliable.
The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential.
All patient-facing staff are expected to receive an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.
Nursery Room Leader employer: Royal Marsden
The Royal Marsden in Kingston upon Thames is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises patient care and employee development. With a focus on teamwork and professional growth, staff members benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance, making it a rewarding place to contribute to meaningful healthcare outcomes.
