Nursery Third in Charge

Family First Nursery Group; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Hitchin is looking for an experienced Room Leader to join their team. The role involves leading the curriculum and ensuring the safety and well-being of children. Candidates must have a Level 3 Childcare qualification and at least a year of experience in Early Years. The position offers competitive annual leave, childcare discounts, health and wellness support, and development opportunities. Join a committed team dedicated to safeguarding children's welfare.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave plus paid birthday off

75% off nursery fees

Health and wellbeing programme

Tailored learning and development opportunities

Company Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience in Early Years.
• 6 months' experience in a senior position is desirable.
• Knowledge of EYFS statutory framework is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in delivering educational curriculum.
• Ensure children’s safety and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate records on children's development.

Skills

Leadership in Early Years

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare

Job description

Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families.

Room Leader responsibilities include:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development.
• Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development.
• Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality.
• Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency.
• Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff.
• Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times.
• Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met.

Additional Notes

Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive; changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.

Requirements and Skills

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification – Essential
• Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years – Essential
• Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position – Desirable
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating – Desirable
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements – Essential
• Fluent in written and spoken English – Essential
• Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate required for all posts; enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our nursery is open from 7:00 am to 18:15 pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times.

Why Join Us?

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team members
• Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid trained staff
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth
• Company Pension Scheme