Early Years Team Leader Level 3

Aspire Training Team; Chichester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Training Team is seeking an Early Years Team Leader for The Little Blue Door, Westhampnett. This apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team, focusing on children's wellbeing and creative learning. Ideal candidates will have a NVQ Level 3 qualification and a passion for childcare in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and child-led environment.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team of childcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Report to and collaborate with the Senior Management Team.
• Lead the Toddler Room and ensure high standards of care.

Skills

Good communication skills

Reliable

Self-motivated

Warm and engaging

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education

GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English Language

Job description

Early Years Team Leader Level 3 – The Little Blue Door, Westhampnett

The Aspire Training Team is currently recruiting for a punctual, reliable, and enthusiastic individual to complete an Early Years Team Leader Level 3 Apprenticeship at The Little Blue Door, Westhampnett, as their Toddler Room Leader.

At Little Blue Door, we prioritize wellbeing as essential for the health and development of young children. We incorporate this principle into our design process to provide a healthy and safe environment for children to thrive. Outdoor play and learning are integral to our setting, featuring 5,000 sq. ft of thoughtfully designed space for children to learn through play.

This is an exciting opportunity to advance your childcare career within a friendly team at a fantastic setting.

Your duties and responsibilities will include:

• The Room Leader will report to and collaborate closely with the Senior Management Team and become part of The Little Blue Door Leadership Team.
• The successful candidate will have experience and knowledge in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and child-led environment for their room's age group, as well as leading and inspiring their team.

Qualities required:

• You will have a natural affinity with children, be warm, engaging, and enthusiastic to make them feel at home.
• You will possess good communication skills, be reliable, self-motivated, and professional.

Hours:

• The setting operates all year round, open from 07:30 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
• The successful candidate will work 45 hours per week.

Requirements:

• You should have a good understanding of early years principles and how to apply them creatively to provide the highest standard of care.
• NVQ Level 3 relevant childcare and education qualification (or equivalent) is required.
• You must be able to obtain a clear DBS check.
• GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English Language, or equivalent, are required.