
Location
Kido Fulham Nursery & Preschool, 185 Estcourt Rd, London SW6 7HB
Hours
Full Time - 40 hours per week
Salary
£27,000 to £30,000 per annum
About the Role
Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do! As Deputy Room Leader, you'll be more than just a leader; you'll be an ambassador for our values and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture. You will work collaboratively with your Room Leader to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day activities by communicating key information to team members and parents. You will be a positive role model by inspiring outstanding teaching and learning every day. Supporting and leading your team’s performance reviews by giving supportive feedback, setting clear SMART goals, and encouraging them to grow and reach their next steps will be a key part of your role. You will work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to ensure the safety and welfare of all children is always prioritised and at the heart of everything we do. You will support and lead an ambitious curriculum for your room, making sure that everyone is striving for outstanding education delivery. Ensuring the key person approach is well embedded in your room, with every child having both a key person and a buddy key person, will be essential. You will take pride in your development by accessing continued professional development opportunities and encouraging your team to do the same.
Experience
Experience working in early years or nursery settings is desirable but not explicitly stated. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is essential.
About you
Passionate about early years education, enthusiastic, and motivated to inspire outstanding teaching and learning. You should be a positive role model with strong communication skills and the ability to support and lead a team effectively. A commitment to continuous professional development and safeguarding is vital.
Qualifications
Relevant early years qualifications are expected but not explicitly detailed. Candidates must be willing to undergo pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check as part of Kido’s commitment to safeguarding and safer recruitment.
Benefits
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service
- Your birthday off
- 100% Free Childcare (subject to availability, T&Cs apply)
- Up to £1000 refer a friend bonus
- Free staff lunches
- Annual performance-related pay increases
- Brilliant career progression opportunities
- Company awards and celebrations
- Access to a healthcare cash plan
- Early access to pay through the Hastee app
- Perkbox discounts and savings on thousands of retailers
- Confidential employee assistance programme and wellness hub access
- Cycle to work scheme
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