Nursery Room Leader/Early Years Practitioner

Link3 Recruitment

  • Portishead, Somerset
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Link3 Recruitment is currently looking for an experienced Room Leader and qualified Early Years Practitioners (part-time or full-time) to join a dynamic team located in BS20 Portishead.These positions offer a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a high-quality early years environment that values professionalism, development, and care.Room Leader – Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a team of Early Years Practitioners within a designated room
  • Design and implement a high-quality curriculum in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
  • Monitor and maintain exceptional standards of care, education, and safeguarding
  • Support and mentor team members, contributing to ongoing professional development
  • Act as Deputy in the absence of the Nursery Manager
  • Foster positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents/carers
Essential Criteria:
  • Minimum Level 4 qualification in Early Years or a related field
  • At least two years’ leadership experience in an early years setting
  • Comprehensive understanding of EYFS and safeguarding procedures
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
  • Enhanced DBS and satisfactory professional references
Early Years Practitioner – Key Responsibilities
  • Plan and deliver age-appropriate, engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
  • Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment to support children's learning and wellbeing
  • Contribute to observations, assessments, and progress tracking for individual children
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with families and team members
  • Attend to children’s personal care needs with sensitivity and high hygiene standards
Essential Criteria:
  • Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Commitment to providing outstanding early years care and education
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Benefits and Incentives
  • £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus (for Level 3 Practitioners after six months)
  • Birthday leave and gift
  • Additional annual leave entitlement
  • 75% childcare discount
  • Complimentary meals prepared by a Michelin-trained chef
  • Company pension scheme
  • Ongoing professional development and funded training
  • Mentoring programme and career progression opportunities
  • Staff referral bonuses
  • Free offsite parking
How to ApplyIf you are a dedicated early years professional looking to join a supportive and high-quality setting, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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