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Head Teacher at The Norwegian Kindergarten in London
London, United Kingdom


Job Descrption
The Norwegian Kindergarten in London is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as Head Teacher. Our kindergarten is a small but vibrant institution that follows the Norwegian curriculum for kindergartens while adhering to the regulations of the English nursery system. The term times mirrors the Norwegian School with which it shares its premises. The children are aged 2-5, with a mix of English and Norwegian-speaking children, and both languages are used throughout the day in interactions with the children.

It is important that you have a good understanding of Norwegian/Scandinavian culture and are committed to promoting and embracing it in your work.

As Head Teacher, you will play a crucial role in the daily operations of our kindergarten, working directly with the children as well as managing administrative duties. You will be responsible for creating a warm and nurturing environment that fosters the growth and development of every child in our care... Additionally, you will oversee the development and implementation of the kindergarten's curriculum, ensuring that it is tailored to the needs of each child and meets the requirements of the Norwegian curriculum.

To be considered for this role, you should hold a relevant qualification in early childhood education or a related field and have substantial experience in a leadership role within a nursery or kindergarten setting. You should have a proven track record of developing and implementing effective curricula, managing teams of teachers and support staff, and maintaining strong relationships with parents and the wider community. Additionally, you should have a strong understanding of the English nursery system and be able to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation.

Key responsibilities include:
• Working directly with children and creating a warm and nurturing environment
• Managing administrative duties such as budgeting, HR, and communication with parents
• Overseeing the development and implementation of the kindergarten's curriculum
• Managing a team of teachers and support staff
• Maintaining strong relationships with parents and the wider community
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation

We welcome applications from candidates who have a good understanding of Norwegian/Scandinavian culture, and can demonstrate the necessary leadership skills and experience. While knowledge of a Scandinavian language is highly desirable, we will consider applications from candidates who otherwise meet the requirements for the position.

We offer a competitive salary package and a supportive and collaborative working environment. If you are passionate about early childhood education and have the relevant experience and qualifications, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining your suitability for the role to jobs@norwegiankindergarten.org.uk.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• Additional leave
• Company pension

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:
• London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/11/2024
Expected start date: 06/01/2025

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