Job Description

Company description

Galaxy Explorers is an established nursery located in Canada Water. We have over 50 years' childcare experience within the management team. At Galaxy Explorers we believe in creating a world of learning through discovery, play and adventure. We work together with families to nurture their child's inquisitive mind and natural thirst for learning. We help our team and children create a brighter future by providing a positive, caring, happy environment that stimulates a healthy mind and body for both children and carers alike.

Job description

The Room Manager is a role model to their team and leads by example in displaying a high standard of practice and proactively supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy. This role is based full-time in the nursery and is counted as part of the ratio. You will spend the majority of your time on the nursery floor mentoring practitioners to ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development. We follow the EYFS statutory framework and expect all applicants to have a thorough understanding on Development Matters.

What the role involves:

Maintain a high-quality, stimulating learning environment, supervise staff and deploy their skill set effectively.

Develop, motivate, and supervise staff to ensure a high standard of childcare practice throughout the nursery and develop strong partnerships with parents.

Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Care for and supervise children with regard to their physical, emotional and intellectual needs.

Supervise the planning and preparation of activities to develop all aspects of the child's individual development within a stimulating environment.

Developing an open and positive working relationship with staff.

Maintain staff-children ratios, conducting regular staff assessments throughout the day.

We're looking for:

Minimum Level 3 Early Years Childcare Qualification.

A practitioner with experience managing & developing a team.

An organised, supportive personality.

A fantastic understanding for how a Nursery works.

A can-do attitude and positive outlook.

Strong attention to detail.

What we offer:

Working in a fun, supportive and creative team

An exciting work environment

23 Days' holiday plus 8 Public Holidays

Excellent Scope for Career Development and Training

Competitive Salary PLUS Company and Individual Performance Related Bonus Scheme

Half Day Birthday Off

Team Building and Social Evenings

Industry: Education and Schools

Benefits:

Bonus scheme
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From 31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Discounted or free food UK visa sponsorship
Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person