London Borough of Merton
Early Years and Childcare Senior
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Come to Merton and make a difference!
Are you an experienced and passionate early years professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery & Preschool Room Leader to join our welcoming team in Mitcham.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of practitioners, inspire children's learning, and play a key role in shaping high-quality early years provision for local children and families.
About The Role
As our Nursery & Preschool Room Leader, you will:
- Lead and motivate a team to deliver outstanding care and education.
- Plan and provide an engaging, inclusive curriculum that supports every child to thrive.
- Promote children's learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Build strong relationships with children, families, colleagues, and external professionals.
- Support children with SEND to access learning opportunities and achieve positive outcomes.
- Ensure safeguarding and child protection responsibilities are always met.
- Be part of the nursery management team and deputise for the Nursery Manager when required, including taking responsibility for the setting in their absence.
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About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds a minimum Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification.
- Has at least three years' post-qualification experience working in an early years setting.
- Has recent experience leading or supervising a team.
- Has a strong understanding of the EYFS, child development, and high-quality early years practice.
- Has excellent knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Has experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
- Is committed to providing exceptional care and learning experiences for every child.
- Is an effective communicator with strong organisational and leadership skills.
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Why Join Us?
We value our staff and are committed to supporting your professional development. We offer:
- Excellent training and career development opportunities.
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- The opportunity to make a real difference to children's lives within the London Borough of Merton.
Apply Now
If you are passionate about early years education and ready to lead a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Amy Locke - email amy.locke@merton.gov.uk
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