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The Midcounties Co-operative; Wantage; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Midcounties Co-operative seeks a dedicated professional to promote healthy eating among children in their nursery. This role emphasizes a child-centric approach, requiring food safety knowledge and strong organizational skills. Benefits include career progression, discounts, and wellness resources, making it an engaging opportunity for those passionate about child development and nutritious food.

Benefits

Up to 20% off food shopping

£500 off holidays

60% off childcare fees

Up to 3 days off for volunteering

Support for personal development

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Experience catering for large numbers.
• Good budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote healthy, balanced food for children.
• Manage dietary requirements and food safety.
• Support career growth within the nursery.

Skills

Knowledge of food safety

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

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About the role:

Feeding our children healthy, nutritionally balanced food is key to the wellbeing of our little ones. From nourished tummies to nurtured minds, we work hard to encourage health and wellbeing right from the start. If you’re looking for a role where you can promote wholesome food for children, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Co-op Little Pioneers operates with a different ethos than other nurseries. Our child-centric approach emphasizes fun, aiming to nurture a kinder and more considerate generation. Your skills will help us achieve outstanding ratings from colleagues, families, and children.

Who are we looking for?

• Have an enhanced DBS check or pass one with flying colours
• Food Hygiene Level 2 or equivalent, or willing to complete the course in the first week
• Sound knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and COSHH requirements
• Experience catering for large numbers
• Good budget management skills to ensure cost efficiencies
• Knowledge of managing dietary requirements
• Experience working with Environmental Health
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Great listening and communication skills

What can we offer you?

• Career Growth: Opportunities for progression within the nursery and beyond, including roles like nursery manager, based on your aspirations.
• Learning and Development: Support through supervision, personal development plans, learning resources, and apprenticeship programmes.
• Discounts and Perks: Up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays, and 60% off childcare fees, saving up to £7000 annually.
• Wellbeing: Resources and tools for financial and mental wellbeing, including wellness apps.
• Doing Good Together: Up to 3 days off for volunteering during work hours.

Our approach emphasizes fun and development, aiming to nurture a compassionate generation. Your skills in education and development will help us achieve outstanding ratings.