Nursery Manager

Position: Room Leader - 36 hours per week (4 days)

Salary: £26,320 per annum (£14.06 p/h)

Qualification: Level 3 Childcare Qualification essential

Are you a passionate and experienced Room Leader ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families? If so, we want you to join our vibrant team!

At Just Imagine Day Nursery Colchester , we take pride in our OUTSTANDING rating from Ofsted and our recognition as the NMT Community Nursery of the Year . Our beautiful converted house provides a warm, home-like environment at the heart of our community, accommodating 37 children across three welcoming rooms.

We prioritize children's emotional well-being, ensuring a nurturing atmosphere where they can thrive. Our nursery operates from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and we require flexibility in shift patterns to meet our children's needs.

At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Employee Discount: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
• Health & Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline and mental health first aid trained staff.
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Company Pension Scheme
• Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and earn a cash bonus if they are successful.

As a Room Leader, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
• Enhance children's physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development.
• Assist staff in maintaining high-quality records on the EyLog system and child learning journals.
• Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility in your role.
• Support the key person approach to help children form secure attachments.
• Maintain accurate records related to children and staff on the EyMan system.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor.
• Understand and meet the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential
• Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential
• Over 6 months’ experience in a senior position - Desirable
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential
• Fluency in written and spoken English - Essential

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

At Just Imagine Day Nursery Colchester, part of the Family First Group, we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.