training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent
Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex (Near Train Station)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse looking for a Room Leader role with an easy commute?
We are recruiting for a permanent, full-time Nursery Room Leader for a beautiful setting in Haywards Heath. Located just a short 5-minute walk from Haywards Heath train station, this role offers a stress-free commute for anyone travelling from Brighton, Burgess Hill and Crawley.
If you hold a Level 3 in Childcare and have a passion for leading a team and inspiring young minds, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities as a Room Leader:
Room Management: Oversee the daily operations of your room, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment.
Team Leadership: Mentor and support a small team of Nursery Practitioners, promoting best practices in Early Years education.
EYFS Delivery: Plan and implement creative, age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Parent Partnership: Maintain excellent communication with parents and carers, providing updates on child development.
Safeguarding: Ensure the highest standards of safety, safeguarding, and compliance are met at all times.
Requirements:
Qualifications: Must hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare (e.g., NVQ Level 3, CACHE Level 3, or BA in Early Years).
Experience: Proven experience working within an EYFS nursery setting. Previous experience as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner, or Team Leader is highly desirable.
Skills: Strong communication skills, excellent team-working abilities, and a thorough understanding of safeguarding policies.
Status: Must have the right to work in the UK for a permanent role.
Benefits & Perks:
Commuter-Friendly: Situated prime near Haywards Heath train station and major bus routes.
Career Growth: Access to fully funded continuous professional development (CPD) and training.
Time Off: Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays.
Support: Competitive pension scheme, childcare discounts, and employee wellbeing programs.
How to Apply:
If you are an ambitious Early Years Professional ready to take the next step as a Room Leader in Haywards Heath, apply today.
Please send your up-to-date CV directly to hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk.
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