To have a minimum Level 3 or higher relevant Early Years qualification
•To have previous or relevant experience in a senior position
•To have a thorough knowledge of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage, EYFS (2012)
•To have excellent organisational skills regarding paperwork, planning and assessment
•To hold a strong commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people
•To have sound key working skills in order to be the key person for a group of children. Ability to supervise other key people within a team
•Good team player with the ability to lead and supervise a team
•To have good communication skills especially when liaising with parents and team members
•The ability to work well under pressure and to use initiative at all times
•Ability to work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues within the nursery and with external agencies
•Is committed to continual personal and professional development
•Enthusiastic, cheerful, happy disposition
•GCSE or equivalent Maths and English
•Level 3 relevant early years qualification or higher
•ICT skills
•Experience of mentoring team members
•Leadership or management training

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £16,000.00 to £19,000.00 /annum