Job Description

Camau Tirion are Looking for a confident, experienced and enthusiastic leader to join our Over 2's team. As leader you will oversea the day to day running of the daily routine ensuring the highest of standards of care and provisions are met for our 2-4 year old children. The successful candidate will ideally have Level 3/5 Early Childhood Education or Childcare or above (e.g NVQ Level 3-5 or equivalent) and 2 years previous experience working in a nursery setting.

Welsh speaking is desired but not essential.

There are school runs so a driving licence and access to a car is required.

Knowledge of planning, carrying out observations & assessment in line with the curriculum for wales and Flying start standards along with NMS is essential.

Training and support can be provided if need be.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a room team

to deliver high-quality care and early education, fostering a safe, secure, and engaging environment.

Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate activities

that promote children's learning, development, and well-being.

Supervise and support nursery staff

within the room, providing mentoring, coaching, and performance feedback.

Act as the key person

for a group of children, building strong relationships with parents and carers, and maintaining accurate developmental records.

Ensure compliance

with all nursery policies and regulatory requirements, including safeguarding, health and safety, and hygiene protocols.

Monitor children's progress

and contribute to planning meetings and reports, ensuring individual learning journeys are updated and shared.

Support transitions

, both within the nursery and as children prepare for school, by liaising with parents and professionals.

Maintain a positive team environment

, promoting collaboration, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development.

Attend staff meetings, training, and development sessions

to stay current with early years best practices and statutory guidance.

Qualifications & Experience

Level 3 or above

in Early Years Education or Childcare

Minimum of 2 years' experience

working in an early years setting, ideally with some leadership responsibilities.

Strong understanding of child development

and the Curriculum for Wales

Excellent organisational and communication skills

, with the ability to build rapport with children, families, and staff.

Proactive leadership qualities

, including team motivation, delegation, and conflict resolution.

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

and relevant childcare regulations.

Paediatric First Aid qualification, Food Hygiene including Allergy and Safeguarding qualifications

are desired but not essential as training can be provided.

Valid DBS-

required but can be done through us.

A genuine passion for nurturing young children and helping them thrive.

Why Join Us?

Join a supportive, passionate nursery team dedicated to making a positive difference in children's lives. The job is over 4/5 days a week. We offer a warm, inclusive environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow professionally. If you are an inspiring early years practitioner ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 24 - 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Work Location: In person