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Room Leader
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Room Leader – Fire Station Nursery Despite the challenges of the coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis we are still recruiting for staff in our nurseries. We are only able to conduct telephone interviews at this point in time as we need to follow the Government’s guidelines on social distancing. London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) is keen to hear from you and the Recruitment Team will be reviewing all applications. We will then be offering telephone interviews to successful candidates. We can then advise you on the next stage in the recruitment process. Please keep applying. JOB DETAILS Job title: Room Leader Employment type: Permanent Location: Borough and County: Hackney Salary: hourly rate: £22,796.88 - £23,504.04 About us: The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) are the UK’s largest childcare social enterprise . As a registered charity, we believe that our 37 nurseries across London have a duty to be a part of and support their local communities, to break down barriers by offering quality childcare to all local families. About the job: • 3 Rooms: 1 Baby Room, 1 Toddler Room, 1 Preschool • 45 Place nursery • Opening Times: 8am – 6pm Joining the LEYF family in 2016, Fire Station Nursery inspires curiosity and excitement The nursery is set in an old fire station and utilities all the possible space to make a vibrant and engaging setting. Our new room leader will be dynamic in their practice, demonstrating the ability to encourage enthusiasm and motivation. Our room leaders must inspire their team, becoming role models for our practitioners and instilling fantastic work ethic. As a room leader, you must be able to confidently manage the room effectively and be dedicated to providing the very best care and education for our children. About you: Full and relevant child care qualification at level 3 or above. Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection experience working in an early year’s setting and specific experience with Baby room. To be a confident leader, articulating your ideas and using planning and preparation to ensure their success. To distribute staff and resources effectively, maintaining ratios whilst supporting other rooms. To champion LEYF’s values and advocate our mission to save the world one child at a time. To continually strive for best practice in yourself and inspiring others. Have a passion for making a difference in their communities. A child centred approach to teaching using creative and exciting methods to engage and stimulate What’s in it for you: Make a difference to the children who need it the most Pay and conditions above national average within the early years sector 50% off of childcare £750 refer a friend bonus Up to 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and an additional 3 days over the Christmas period Full access to LEYF Academy – minimum of 8 days per year training covering mandatory courses and additional professional development designed. 10% GLL Gym discount 7% employer contribution towards pension Guaranteed salary increase after probation Overtime pay Annual travel loan Free life assurance Access to our work life support services Flexible working Access to LEYF social events; New Year’s Awards ceremony, Annual Conference and Summer BBQ Apply today Our dedicated recruitment team will be in touch The London Early Years (LEYF) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and an enhanced DBS will be required.