Nursery Room Leader

4 days ago

Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Fennies Day Nurseries Full time £22,000 - £32,000 per year

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner (Level 2/3+)

Location: Kilnbrook House, Rose Kiln Lane Reading, RG2 0BY

Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum

Hours: 4-day and 5-day working options

Reports to: Nursery Manager

Be All In: You demonstrate unwavering commitment to leading high-quality practice, supporting children's development, and ensuring your room runs smoothly and professionally every day.

Come Together: You build strong collaboration across your team, working closely with colleagues, families, and leadership to build a positive, inclusive, and well-communicated environment.

Be Yourself: You lead with self-awareness, recognising your impact, supporting others with empathy, and creating a space where individuality is respected and celebrated.

Go Further: You show clear ambition by driving continuous improvement, mentoring your team, and taking ownership of curriculum leadership and room performance.

Benefits & Perks

Financial Rewards: Salaries that match or exceed industry standards, reviewed annually. Includes performance-related bonuses and a £500 referral bonus.

Incredible Incentives: Regular events like our annual Christmas Party and Summer BBQ, plus daily lunches with a variety of options; completely free

Career Growth Opportunities: Targeted talent mapping, professional development programmes, and 1-to-1 coaching to help you Go Further in your role.

Loyalty Rewards: Yearly increases in annual leave and recognition for your commitment through the Fennies Club, gift cards and commemorative plaques celebrating your length of service and our Be All In spirit.

Well-being Focus: Access to our BUPA Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support, up to 33 days of annual leave, and childcare discounts available depending on your role.

What You Bring

Passion for Early Years Education: A genuine love for working with children and a commitment to providing the best start in life.

Knowledge of EYFS: A solid understanding of child development, the Birth to 5 Matters framework, and the EYFS curriculum.

Qualified & Experienced: A Level 2/3 qualification in Childcare and a minimum grade C/4 in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).

Build Strong Relationships: Form bonds with children and their families, ensuring each child feels secure and supported.

Team Player: Excellent communication skills, the ability to give and receive feedback, and a positive, proactive approach.

Diversity & Inclusion:

At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. A diverse workforce brings a wealth of perspectives, driving innovation and excellence. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Fennies Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and proof of identity will be required. In line with Safer Recruitment and Keeping Everyone Safe, we also carry out online searches for all shortlisted candidates, including Google and Social Media checks. Any relevant information found may be discussed during the interview process.

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