School Jobs in South East England

Nursery – Bright Horizons Hedge End Day Nursery Salary: From £29,612.90pa - £35,185pa (depending on qualifications and experience) Location – Hedge End Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Room Leader to join our Hedge End Day Nursery. At Hedge End Nursery, you’ll work in a beautiful listed farmhouse filled with character, wooden beams, and a large, tree-filled garden. Our experienced and supportive team spends each day nurturing children through outdoor play, exploration, and plenty of muddy-puddle moments. Our Benefits • Childcare discount of 50% for first child • Enhanced parental leave • 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* • Pension • Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more • Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach ​ *Subject to T&Cs The Role As a Room Leader, you will lead, mentor, support, and inspire a team to deliver exception care and education, to help all children within the room to develop and meet their individual milestones. You will promote and ensure child welfare, health and safety, and safeguarding, and maintain strong partnerships with colleagues, parents, and other professionals to meet each child’s needs. What we’re looking for • Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification • Previous experience working within an Early Years setting – ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator or similar • Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments • Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) • Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children • Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers • Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today! INDSH We look forward to receiving your application! If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.

Nursery – Bright Horizons Andover Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – Starting from £28,392 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Andover Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Level 3 Room Leader to join our Bright Horizons Andover Day Nursery and Preschool. Our Benefits • Childcare discount of 50% for first child* • Enhanced parental leave • 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* • Pension • Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more • Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach *Subject to T&Cs The Role As a Room Leader, you will lead, mentor, support, and inspire a team to deliver exception care and education, to help all children within the room to develop and meet their individual milestones. You will promote and ensure child welfare, health and safety, and safeguarding, and maintain strong partnerships with colleagues, parents, and other professionals to meet each child’s needs. What we’re looking for • Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification • Previous experience working within an Early Years setting – ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator or similar • Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments • Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) • Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children • Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers • Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today! INDSM We look forward to receiving your application! If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.

Nursery Room Leader - Southampton September Start With Academics - A Leading Education Specialist Agency Academics are seeking passionate Nursery Room Leader's to join a local Nursery in September. We are currently recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Room Leaders in Southampton. As a LNursery Room Leader, you will play a key role in supporting a local Nursery with their day to day running of activities and learning, aswell as overseeing the department and supporting colleagues. What we offer: • Competitive pay for contract and permanent roles • Support from a dedicated education consultant at Academics Ltd Requirements for Nursery Room Leader in Southampton: • Level 3 or equivalent qualification in childcare • Recent experiencein a primary or nursery setting • A positive and adaptable approach • An enhanced DBS check on the update service (or willingness to apply for one) Nursery Room Leader - Southampton

Nursery Room Leader – £2,000 Welcome Bonus & 75% Childcare Discount Salary: £33,696 per annum Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week, Monday–Friday) with flexible options available Location: Woodhams Farm Day Nursery, Wincester (free on-site parking) Be Valued. Be Supported. Be You. At Woodhams Farm Day Nursery, we’re looking for a caring, enthusiastic Nursery Room Leader to join our supportive, friendly team. You’ll enjoy flexibility, recognition and genuine opportunities to grow, all in a nurtur…

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider. At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it! As a Nursery Manager at N Family, you’ll lead a passionate team of expert Educators to deliver amazing learning experiences, brilliant customer service, and a thriving team culture. You’ll take care of everything that keeps the nursery running smoothly – from daily operations to compliance – while inspiring your team to give every child the best start in life. Together, you’ll help drive our Wildly Important Goals (WIG), as we aim to become the most loved early years education group in the UK. Your key responsibilities • Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive as a team. • Lead your team to deliver outstanding education in line with the N Pedagogy and Curriculum. • Be a people leader – recruiting, developing, and nurturing a brilliant team. • Champion safeguarding and wellbeing, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead when needed. • Take ownership of your nursery’s performance, delivering commercial success while maintaining our quality. • Keep our nursery shining – overseeing our health and safety, risk assessments, and EYFS compliance to make sure everything runs smoothly and safely. • Engage with the local community and key partners, proudly representing N Family and building lasting connections. • Champion continuous improvement, keeping practice fresh, creative, and Outstandingly Outstanding. • Bring positivity, flexibility, and passion to everything you do, helping N Family go beyond every single day. Our Nursery Managers should have.. • Two years of previous experience as a Nursery Manager (required). • Experience of large or multi-site nurseries (desirable). • Experience in retaining and hiring new team members. • Knowledge of local authority and regulatory requirements and inspection processes across the UK. • Some experience in managing budgets, including capacity and team deployment, management of performance, and reporting metrics. • A background in leading consistent and exceptional customer service. • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above). A Level 6 qualification is desirable. • Paediatric First Aid (12 hours), First Aid at Work, and a commitment to remain compliant. • Relevant safeguarding/child protection training and be willing to update that training regularly. • A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children. • A love for building and maintaining strong parent partnerships. • A solid decision-maker with the ability to support and achieve our WIGs (Wildly Important Goals). The N Advantage package • Competitive salary – £40,581 - £61,818 per annum • Performance bonus – Up to 25% of base salary + £1000. • The N Partnership – Our shares programme, giving all our managers motivation and rewards for delivering our plan and growth ambitions. • Industry-leading holiday allowance – Up to 38 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure. • Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more). • Family-friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years. • Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually. And that’s not all! • Loyalty rewards – 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off! • Leadership events – Our annual leadership conference for all managers to come together, share experiences, and build upon our culture. • N Coaching & Mentoring – Empowering team members with access to 3 ILM-approved coaching programmes. • Referral scheme – Earn up to £1000 per successful hire. • Amazing discounts – Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more. • Travel support – Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme. • Socials & Wellbeing – Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness. • And much, much more! Why N Fleet? Our 86-place brand new nursery will be opening in early 2027, in the heart of Fleet, Surrey (Fleet, GU51). Why N Family Club? At N Family Club, we’re reimagining early years education – and we want you to be a part of it. We’re a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UK’s most innovative early years groups. With top salaries, unmatched benefits, and real career progression, we put our people first. Join us today to spark big ideas in young minds and shape a career you’ll love. What's next? If you think you got what it takes, click apply and fill in our super quick (1 min) application form! If you want to read more about N, our benefits and work culture, visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor Page.

Remarkable Futures Start Here Nursery : Grimsbury Manor Nursery School, Banbury, OX16 3JX Hours: Casual, variable hours, Monday-Friday, Full Time and Part Time Salary: £12.71ph - £13.30 Salary will depend on qualifications and experience At Grimsbury Manor, we’re proud to have an experienced and passionate team with a deep understanding of early years education. We know that everyone of our children is unique, with their own story to tell, which is why we tailor our learning approach to suit ea…

Nursery: Farley Sparsholt Outdoor Nursery School Address: Garstons Track, Sparsholt, Winchester, SO21 2NB Hours: Monday - Friday, 36 hours Salary: £8 per hour Remarkable futures start here. Hi, I'm Alice, the Nursery Manager at Farley Sparsholt. Our nursery school is a truly special place to learn and play. We’re proud to be the UK’s first yurt-based outdoor nursery, nestled within a two-acre site surrounded by the fields and animals of Sparsholt College. Our children spend much of their time (…

Nursery: Hemsley House Nursery School, 137 Tonbridge Road & 7 Terrace Road, Maidstone, ME16 Hours: Full time 40 hours Monday- Friday Salary: up to £40,000 (depending on experience and qualifications) Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more £1,000 Welcome Bonus Remarkable Futures Start Here Hemsley House spans two beautifully converted Victorian homes in Maidstone, just a 10-minute walk apart. Both buildings have a welcoming, home-from-home fe…

Nursery: Tiny Tots Nursery School, Down Grange Farmhouse, Pack Lane, Basingstoke RG22 5SN Hours: Monday - Friday, Full Time 36 hours Salary: £8 per hour Remarkable futures start here. Our nursery, nestled in a peaceful and tranquil setting. Our beautifully converted red-brick farmhouse provides a calm, home-from-home environment where children feel safe, secure, and ready to learn. Outdoor learning is at the heart of what we do. Our spacious, walled garden gives our children the freedom to expl…

Nursery: Tiny Tots Nursery School, Down Grange Farmhouse, Basingstoke, RG22 5SN Hours: Full Time, 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday Salary: up to £28,605 annual salary (depends on qualification and experience) Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more. £500 Welcome Bonus Remarkable Futures Start Here Our beautifully converted red-brick farmhouse provides a calm, home-from-home environment where children feel safe, secure, and ready to learn. Outdo…

Nursery: Hemsley House Nursery School, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8JS Hours: Zero hour contract, casual and flexible working Salary: up to £13.70 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more Hemsley House spans two beautifully converted Victorian homes in Maidstone, just a 10-minute walk apart. Both buildings have a welcoming, home-from-home feel and are full of original charm, including stunning st…

Nursery: Grimsbury Manor Nursery School, Banbury, OX16 3JX Hours: Full Time, 40 Hours per week Salary: £12.90ph to £13.70ph Salary based on experience and qualifications £1,500 Welcome bonus Remarkable Futures Start Here Grimsbury Manor's Purpose To give children healthy foundations in fantastic settings, helping them build the confidence and resilience that will set them up for success later in life. How you’ll spend your time here You’ll plan activities, observe progress and manage personal c…

Nursery: Grimsbury Manor Nursery School, Banbury, OX16 3JX Hours: Full Time, 40 Hours per week Salary: Up £42,000 Salary based on experience and qualifications £1,500 Welcome bonus Remarkable Futures Start Here Can you lead a team to shape the future of early years education at Grimsbury Manor Nursery School Storal’s Purpose To give children healthy foundations in fantastic settings, helping them build the confidence and resilience that will set them up for success later in life. The Team You’l…

Nursery: Hemsley House Nursery School, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8JS Hours: Full Time, Monday - Friday and casual roles available Salary: up to £13.70 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much much more £500 Welcome Bonus Hemsley House spans two beautifully converted Victorian homes in Maidstone, just a 10-minute walk apart. Both buildings have a welcoming, home-from-home feel and are full of original cha…

Regional Operations Manager Location: Covering Hampshire and surrounding counties in the South West Hours: 40 Hours per week Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £50,000 plus car allowance Why work for us: Are you a regional early year's leader who thrives on the balance between educational excellence and commercial strategy? This isn't a role for a passive observer; you will be the driving force on the ground, directly mentoring Nursery Managers, optimizing financial performance, and elevating stand…

Nursery: Nara Horton Children's Nursery, OX16 9AL Hours: Casual, Zero Hours Contract Salary: Up to £13.70 per hour based on experience and qualifications Remarkable Futures Start Here Can you inspire the next generation? Nara Horton’s Purpose To give children healthy foundations in fantastic settings, helping them build the confidence and resilience that will set them up for success later in life. How you’ll spend your time here You’ll plan activities, observe progress and manage personal care …

Remarkable Futures Start Here Nursery: Nara Horton Children's Nursery Hours: Full Time, 40 Hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £13.70 per hour based on experience and qualifications Qualificaton - Must hold a level 2 or above in Childcare Can you inspire the next generation? Nara Horton’s Purpose To give children healthy foundations in fantastic settings, helping them build the confidence and resilience that will set them up for success later in life. How you’ll spend your time here You’ll plan activities, observe progress and manage personal care for children. Applying the Storal curriculum & our pedagogy principles to our children daily. Whilst seeking out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes & transitions. Bonding with your children and their families by engaging in meaningful moments. You’ll also deliver high levels of care and empathy, with an understanding that every opportunity can be a learning opportunity. We’d love to talk to you if you have the following · An Early Years qualification at Level 2/3  · Experience of working with all age groups within Early Years settings · Knowledge of the EYFS framework would be advantageous The Team & Environment You’ll be joining Nara Horton Nursery team, who have an incredibly important job of supporting children’s development. You’ll be a key part of every child’s journey, keeping our children safe, loved and inspired through play-based learning. Our nurseries are warm and nurturing environments that not only support children to be ready for school but also equip them with all the life skills they need to flourish and succeed. Benefits for You Earned Wage Access Need your pay a little earlier? Access the money you've already earned before payday For you - We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and you can access your pay before payday with PayCaptain Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity leave Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets Development - Investing in your future with micro-learning, financial stability tools & the Storal Support Fund Our community -Growing together Termly inset days, team member app and Storal Awards Not everything fits in a job advert Click apply today, don’t worry if your CV isn’t perfect just send us what you have and we’ll work out the rest later. Storal sets the highest of standards when it coming to safeguarding, the welfare of children and creating a work environment that encourages feedback-discussion-resilience. We take our role in the safety of children, our families and our team extremely seriously. As governed by the EYFS, we have a designated safeguarding lead in each setting and all staff (and volunteers) complete a through compliance checks prior to employment including employment references & DBS. EYEP

Nursery : Farley Sparsholt Outdoor Nursery School, Garstons Track, Sparsholt, Winchester, SO21 2NB Hours : Early Years Practitioner Full Time, Monday - Friday Salary : up to £29,670 annual salary (depending on experience and qualifications) Benefits : Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount and wellness day £1000 Welcome Bonus Not your standard Nursery role… and that’s exactly the point. Can you inspire the next generation? Farley Sparsholt's Purpose To give children healthy foundations in fantastic settings, helping them build the confidence and resilience that will set them up for success later in life. How you’ll spend your time here You’ll plan activities, observe progress and manage personal care for children. Applying the Storal curriculum & our pedagogy principles to our children daily. Whilst seeking out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes & transitions. Bonding with your children and their families by engaging in meaningful moments. You’ll also deliver high levels of care and empathy, with an understanding that every opportunity can be a learning opportunity. We’d love to talk to you if you have the following · An Early Years qualification at Level 2/3  · Experience of working with all age groups within Early Years settings · Knowledge of the EYFS framework would be advantageous The Environment You’ll be joining an outdoor nursery with cosy yurts, offering adventure-led learning alongside expert early years support. Our nurseries not only support children to be ready for school but also equip them with all the life skills they need to flourish and succeed. Benefits for You For you - We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and you can access your pay before payday with PayCaptain Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity leave Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets Development - Investing in your future with micro-learning, financial stability tools & the Storal Support Fund Our community -Growing together Termly inset days, team member app and Storal Awards Not everything fits in a job advert Click apply today, don’t worry if your CV isn’t perfect just send us what you have and we’ll work out the rest later. Storal sets the highest of standards when it coming to safeguarding, the welfare of children and creating a work environment that encourages feedback-discussion-resilience. We take our role in the safety of children, our families and our team extremely seriously. As governed by the EYFS, we have a designated safeguarding lead in each setting and all staff (and volunteers) complete a through compliance checks prior to employment including employment references & DBS. EYEP

Location - Blueberry Nursery School, 5 Davigdor Road, Hove, BN3 1QB Hours - Casual hours, Monday to Frida y Salary - up to £14.21 - Salary to be discussed based on experience and qualification Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount and much much more Remarkable Futures Start Here Hello, I’m Becky, the Nursery Manager at Blueberry. My team and I bring a wealth of early years insight, and we’re passionate about inspiring children to be inquisitive, imaginative, and confident …

Pastoral Manager – Supportive Secondary School – Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This is a well-established 11–18 Good Ofsted-rated secondary school located in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire , known for its strong pastoral care and commitment to student success. The school serves a diverse community and prides itself on maintaining a calm, respectful and inclusive environment where every student feels valued. High expectations for behaviour and achievement underpin daily practice, helping students develop confidence, resilience and independence. Students are motivated learners who respond positively to the supportive culture within the school. The curriculum is broad and balanced, enabling pupils to achieve academically while also developing their personal interests and talents through enrichment activities. Staff work collaboratively across departments and are supported by a proactive leadership team that places strong emphasis on professional development and wellbeing. The school believes that a strong pastoral system is key to helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Facilities across the school are modern and well maintained, creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive. The Role The school is seeking a committed and organised Pastoral Manager to support the wellbeing, behaviour and personal development of students. This is a key role within the school’s pastoral system. The successful candidate will work closely with Heads of Year, teachers and safeguarding staff to ensure students receive the support they need to succeed both academically and personally. The Pastoral Manager will play an important role in maintaining positive behaviour standards, supporting attendance improvement and working with students who may require additional guidance. This role requires someone who is approachable, empathetic and able to build strong relationships with students and families. Key Responsibilities • Supporting the wellbeing and personal development of students • Monitoring behaviour and attendance across designated year groups • Working with Heads of Year to support students experiencing difficulties • Liaising with parents and carers regarding student progress and welfare • Supporting behaviour management strategies across the school • Maintaining accurate records of pastoral interventions • Working with safeguarding leads and external agencies when required • Encouraging a positive and supportive school culture Person Specification The successful candidate will demonstrate: • Experience working with young people in an educational or support role • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to build positive relationships with students and families • Excellent organisational and record-keeping abilities • A calm and professional approach to behaviour management • Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing Experience in pastoral support or youth work would be advantageous. Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible .

Behaviour Mentor – Good Secondary School – Portsmouth Start Date: As soon as possible** Contract: Full-time, Permanent** Salary: Paid to scale** School Information This Good 11–18 secondary school in Portsmouth is known for its strong pastoral systems, supportive staff culture, and clear behaviour expectations. Leaders are committed to ensuring that every student is supported holistically, academically, and emotionally. Behaviour is generally calm and purposeful, but the school places significant value on early intervention, personalised mentoring, and helping students develop positive behaviour habits. The pastoral team consists of Heads of Year, counsellors, attendance staff, safeguarding leads, and behaviour specialists who work collaboratively to ensure every child feels safe, supported, and able to thrive. Staff describe the school as structured, encouraging, and highly rewarding for those passionate about student welfare and behaviour support. The Role The school is seeking a committed, calm, and proactive Behaviour Mentor to work closely with students who require additional behavioural, emotional, or social support. This role sits at the heart of the school’s pastoral system, focusing on supporting individuals, preventing escalation, and helping students develop the skills required for positive engagement in school life. You will work 1:1 with students, deliver small-group interventions, run behaviour reflection sessions, support reintegration meetings, and assist with crisis de-escalation where needed. The role requires resilience, excellent communication skills, strong empathy, and a solutions-focused approach. Key Responsibilities • Providing 1:1 mentoring for students with behavioural or emotional needs • Supporting restorative conversations and conflict resolution • Monitoring student conduct, attendance, punctuality, and engagement • Assisting with de-escalation and crisis intervention • Working closely with Heads of Year and pastoral/safeguarding teams • Delivering small-group sessions on emotional regulation, behaviour strategies, and resilience • Supporting reintegration following suspensions or prolonged absence • Liaising with parents, carers, and external agencies • Maintaining accurate pastoral records and behaviour logs • Supporting supervision during transitions, break, and lunchtime • Contributing to whole-school behaviour initiatives Person Specification • Experience working with young people in a pastoral, youth work, or behavioural role • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Calm, professional manner and strong emotional intelligence • Ability to build trust quickly and maintain positive relationships • Strong understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, and behaviour policies • Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle sensitive situations with discretion • Resilient, reflective, and committed to the wellbeing of young people Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.

Pastoral Support Officer – Outstanding Secondary School – Milton Keynes Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This Outstanding 11–18 secondary school in Milton Keynes is widely recognised for its highly effective pastoral systems, exceptional pupil behaviour, and strong community values. The school is large, oversubscribed, and set within a modern campus with excellent facilities, including a dedicated Pastoral Support Centre, me…

Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do! As Nursery 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. The Nursery Room Leader role offers a salary range of £28,000 to £33,000 and is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Take the chance to build a remarkable career in a fast-growing international company. What we’re looking for Kido are looking for a Nursery Room Leader to join the team at Kido Reading, 60 Bath Rd, Reading RG30 2AY This is your opportunity to join an amazing growing nursery group who champion career growth like no other! For the Room Leader role, it is essential that you hold a relevant childcare qualification, Level 3 minimum and have experience working within management in Early Years. Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English including functional skills are also a must if you obtained a Level 3 qualification after 2014. Unfortunately we are not able to support Sponsorship Application at this time. What you'll be doing! Lead your team with the smooth running of day-to-day activities by communicating key information to team members and parents Be a positive role model by inspiring outstanding teaching and learning every day Lead your team’s performance reviews by giving supportive feedback, setting clear SMART goals, and encouraging them to grow and reach their next steps Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) ensuring the safety and welfare of all children is always prioritised and at the heart of everything we do Lead an ambitious curriculum for your room making sure that everyone is striving for outstanding in their education delivery Ensure that the key person approach is well embedded in your room and every child also has both a key person and a buddy key person Take pride in your development by ensuring you access continued professional development opportunities and encourage your team to do so Benefits Why choose Kido? The Room Leader role offers a salary range of £28,000 to £33,000, and is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Take the chance to build a remarkable career in a fast-growing international company. By joining Kido you will get: • 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 • Your wellbeing matters – we provide not just a confidential employee assistance programme but access to our wellness hub • Cycle to work scheme What’s next? If you’re ready to seize the opportunity to join the Kido team and build a future of possibilities for the children at our Kido nursery, apply today and we’ll be in touch. You can expect an initial phone call with our recruitment team who will take you through the next stages. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us via careers@kido.school Find out more about each of our nurseries by visiting https://kidoschools.com/uk/ Safer Recruitment All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website or see . Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. *If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website. Unlock – phone 01634 247350 text 07824 113848 *Kido is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Kido will ensure that our recruitment procedures meet the standards set out in our safer recruitment policy (available upon request) and our selection criteria prevents unsuitable people from gaining access to children. As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, successful candidates are expected to undergo pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check.

INTERIM DEPUTY HEADTEACHER | Medway, Kent | September - December Are you ready to make your mark as a Deputy Headteacher in a school where Christian values, community spirit and academic ambition go hand in hand? Academics is proud to be supporting a well-regarded Church of England primary school with nursery provision in Medway, Kent, in their search for an inspiring interim Deputy Headteacher to join their dedicated leadership team from September to December. This is a large primary school, w…