Senior Nursery Practitioner

Position: Nursery Room Leader
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £36,000 per annum
Welcome Bonus: £1,000

At The Clapham Day Nursery & Preschool, we believe every child's journey begins with curiosity and confidence . Our nurturing environment, rated Good by Ofsted, features spacious, light-filled rooms and a dedicated garden area that encourages outdoor learning and exploration. Conveniently located near Clapham North, Wandsworth Road, and Clapham Junction, we provide a safe and inspiring space for children to thrive.

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750!
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
• Annual Leave: Start with 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Development Opportunities: Tailored learning and development to support your career growth.
• Excellent Transport Links: Easy access to public transport.

As a Room Leader, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
• Support the holistic development of children—physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
• Assist staff in maintaining high-quality updates on the EyLog system and children's learning journals.
• Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility in your role.
• Implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments.
• Maintain accurate records on the EyMan system and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor.
• Understand and uphold the statutory framework for the EYFS.

*Please note that duties and responsibilities may evolve as needed.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

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

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. 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 The Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool, 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.