Nursery Room Leader - Alconbury, United Kingdom - US Visiting Forces Local National Direct Hire

US Visiting Forces Local National Direct Hire

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Alconbury, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Description

Job Title:
Nursery Room Leader
PP-SRS-GRD:S-1702-5

Location:
RAF Alconbury
Vacancy Number 927286

Open Date:2 April 2024
Close Date Open Until Filled

Work Hour Per Week 37.50
Salary (Per Hour) £12.68-£17.06

NOTE:
Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement

Main Purpose

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Child Care Providers at the Child Development Center, Royal Air Force Alconbury, United Kingdom.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide appropriate, specialized developmental care and instruction for children in the Child Development Center (CDC).

In addition, they will perform basic oversight and supervision for a designated classroom for ages 6 months through 5 years.

They may be designated as the supervisor on duty, as needed, whenever the Child Development Center (CDC) Director is not physically in the facility.

Furthermore, they will design, implement, and review activity plans; observe and evaluate each child's health and development and report on and maintain records of observation; prepare and implement specialized programs for children with special needs, i.e., children with disciplinary problems, learning disabilities, or gifted children and provide technical guidance and leadership to junior employees assigned to assist with program activities and participates in special projects.

For specific qualification requirements for the position, you can visit: Education and Training Technician Series 1702 One-Grade Interval Positions )

Knowledge and Experience Required:

Applicants must demonstrate the following:_
Knowledge and experience of child development regulations, procedures, and processes.
Knowledge of, and experience using, early child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical,

- cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Knowledge of, or ability to become knowledgeable of, child development center regulations, programs and operations.
Ability to develop creative and innovative activity and special program plans.
Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with other and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to ensure the safety and hygiene of children through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space, and

- proper management of equipment.

Other Significant Facts Pertaining to this position

Must obtain and maintain complete Pediatric First Aid, and rescue breathing (or CPR) within the first 6 months of employment.

Incumbent will be required to observe US holidays in lieu of UK holidays.

Pre-employment physical is required for this position, and will be required to have immunizations, including annual influenza.

Position requires Defense Barring Service (CRB) clearance.

Food handler's certificate will be required, training will be provided.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Other Important Information

Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization's flexible working policies.
Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules,

- and regulations.

Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.
Position may be coded as mission essential.
A 6month probationary period will be required.
Overtime may be required.
May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.

Benefits

25 days Annual Leave + 8 US Federal Holidays, yeartoyear carryover in accordance with program policy
Paid Sick Leave; yeartoyear carryover in accordance with program policy.
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance Scheme
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free onsite parking
Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment.
Development opportunities available
Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance
Free access to onsite gym facilities

Who Can Apply

Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK.
Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a casebycase basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance.
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