Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced

Room Leader

looking to join a well established family run nursery and progress, in time, into a Deputy Manager role.

It is essential that you have your own transport (car driver ideal) due to the remote location of the nursery.

Please note this role is 80% room based and 20% office/admin tasks.

The role of the

Room Leader & Deputy Manager

requires enthusiasm, motivation and good leadership. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and caring childcare professional looking to develop their career in a busy and varied role. In addition to managing to day to day running of the

over 2's room

(Rabbits/Preschool), you will help support the Manager in the effective management of the Nursery as needed.

You will perform an important role in maintaining a high quality, stimulating environment, supervising staff and imparting your skills and knowledge to others. You will ensure that children's individual needs are being met and kept safe by overseeing both Bunnies and Rabbits rooms.

Located in an idyllic setting, just a short drive from

Tunbridge Wells

and

Crowborough

,

Bunny Runny Nursery and Preschool

is a long established 60 place nursery offering excellent care in a home from home environment. With the children are the heart of everything we do we are supporting their journey further through the curiosity approach and operating our own Forest School initiative.

To be successful in this role you will need:

Solid experience working in an early years setting. Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare. A strong ability to multitask alongside excellent communication skills. Excellent knowledge and understanding of early years Excellent leadership and people skills To be passionate about childcare and possess a desire to make every child's journey through nursery to be world class

An interest and experience of the Curiosity approach and/or Forest School will also be an advantage. However, training can be provided.

In return we are offering:

A salary of min 28,500 per annum (depending on experience). Access to the Refer a Friend scheme (up 350 per successful referral). Discount on Childcare places for your children. Access to training opportunities tailored to your career and development needs. The opportunity to shape and grow your Room and work in partnership with the owner and manager to develop and lead the wider nursery.
If this is of interest, then we would love to hear from you!

Please be aware:

The role is full time (

40 hours per week, worked over 4 days

and offered on a permanent basis). Bunny Run Nursery and Preschool is committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening will apply to this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 28,500.00 per year

Benefits:

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