Under 2's Room Manager- Maternity Leave Cover

The Cheshire Day Nursery works hard to promote natural curiosity in our children. Our environments inspire awe and wonder in our children by adopting a natural approach to learning. The company has a child centred approach to learning with a strong focus on involvement and wellbeing. The characteristics of effective learning are a key part of our practice and every child in our care is loved. We would like to invite you to join our team where your experiences will be enhanced, your personal development will grow, and you will be valued and cared for as part of our Cheshire Day family.

You will work closely with the Nursery Management team to ensure outstanding outcomes for the children in your room.

The successful candidate will have robust knowledge of the EYFS, good communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. The individual must be highly motivated and have a positive attitude towards working with children and be ready to lead a team of staff in the room.

Key Responsibilities

- Adhere to all company policies and procedures
- Contribute to a high standard of quality within the nursery, including practice, environment and resources to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Ensure appropriate planning and assessment is accurately maintained for key children
- Undertake the role of key person as described in the policy
- Prepare and supervise activities
- Supervise and support children at all times
- Ensure that equality of access and opportunity is provided to all children, parents, staff and visitors
- Ensure that all children are kept safe
- Notify Designated Officer of any safeguarding concerns
- Always maintain a positive attitude with children, parents, colleagues and visitors
- Develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers
- Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained
- Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures and undertake a shared responsibility for cleanliness and health and safety throughout the nursery
- Work as part of a team to ensure the company’s values are maintained
- Attend monthly staff meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required
- Undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by line manager

* Please note that if we have not contacted you, it is fair to assume that due to a number of possible reasons your application will not be pursued further in this instance. We will, however, retain your details and contact you with any suitable opportunities in the future.

EMPLOYMENT IS SUBJECT TO TWO SATISFACTORY REFERENCES AND A DBS CHECK