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Are you an ambitious and reflective Early Years leader ready to make your mark in a 'gold standard' environment? We are partnering with a high-quality day nursery in Crawley that is looking for a dedicated Room Leader to join their professional family this June. This is a critical leadership appointment; we are looking for someone who doesn't just manage a room, but inspires it. If you are passionate about mentoring staff, implementing creative pedagogy, and ensuring exceptional care, this is the perfect environment for your next career step.
Job Responsibility
Provide daily guidance to your room team
Conducting peer observations and leading 1:1 sessions to identify training needs and maintain high standards
Oversee all planning and provision
Ensure a 'curiosity approach' is taken to provide age-appropriate, stimulating activities for every child
Effectively deploy staff and resources to ensure statutory ratios are maintained and the room runs seamlessly
Act as a vigilant protector for all children
Ensure strict adherence to safeguarding procedures, daily risk assessments, and health and safety policies
Build and maintain relationships of trust with families
Manage the 'EY Log' for observations
Provide professional, warm feedback on child development
Requirements
Must hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification
Level 4 or above is highly desirable
Proven experience in a senior or Room Leader capacity
Track record of excellent practice and team supervision
Creative, reflective leader and a professional role model
Must be able to implement new ideas and foster a collaborative team culture
Ideally suited for candidates based in Crawley or those within a comfortable commute of Three Bridges/Crawley stations
Subject to an Enhanced DBS check
Must provide a full CV history with all gaps accounted for