Qualified Nursery Room Leader/Third in Charge

Little Jannah Daycare Nursery; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider is seeking a passionate Nursery Room Leader/Third in Charge in Croydon. The successful candidate will manage staff and ensure high standards of childcare. Key qualifications include a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and experience in a 'Good' Ofsted setting. The role offers competitive pay at £14 per hour and a supportive environment with training opportunities.

Benefits

Perkbox offering hundreds of freebies

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension Scheme

Staff recognition scheme

Health & Wellbeing App

Qualifications

• Experience working in an Ofsted graded 'Good' or 'Outstanding' setting.
• Evidence of ongoing personal development training.
• Desire to continue with professional development.
• Recent Paediatric First Aid certificate (Not Mandatory).
• Awareness of Health & Safety and practical Hygiene issues.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with parents and local education providers.
• Accountable for role modelling and empowering staff.
• Train and develop staff, supervising their development.
• Ensure continuous professional development of staff.
• Implement regular room meetings.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Positive attitude towards working with children

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Qualified Nursery Room Leader/Third in Charge

Working pattern: Monday – Thursdays - Full Time – 7:30am – 6:00pm

Location: Croydon

Hourly rate: £14 per hour

Little Jannah Day Care Nursery is looking for a passionate and experienced Nursery Room Leader/Third in Charge who is enthusiastic and a team player. Little Jannah Day Care Nursery is registered for 22 children per a day.

The successful candidate will have robust knowledge of the EYFS, strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. The individual must be highly motivated, have a positive attitude towards working with children.

Ideal candidate experience: Experience working in an Ofsted graded "Good" or "Outstanding" setting.

Requirements

• Minimum of a relevant and recognised Level 3 qualification
• Evidence of ongoing personal development training
• Desire to continue with professional development
• Recent Paediatric First Aid certificate (Not Mandatory)
• Awareness of Health & Safety and practical Hygiene issues
• Experience of working in an early year setting

Main responsibilities

• Work in partnership with parents, local childcare/education providers, health providers and all other agencies.
• Take accountability of role modelling and empowering your staff team to deliver high standards of childcare.
• To train and develop staff, supervising and supporting their professional development and day to day practice.
• Ensuring continuous professional development of staff through regular, documented one to one meetings.
• Implement regular room meetings

What we offer our staff

• We offer a nurturing Nursery environment for our staff
• Committed to staff well‑being, respecting and valuing our staff opinions
• We strive on good communication within the Nursery
• Training and development opportunities
• On the job learning in other areas of the business
• A thorough induction into the Nursery
• Promotion opportunities
• Team building events
• Friendly team

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Other Employee Benefits

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension Scheme
• Free Uniform
• Staff recognition scheme
• Health & Wellbeing App
• Up to 1 day special leave entitlement for bereavement
• 5 years recognition of service

Details about the role

Shut down over Christmas and one week in August

The nursery is open Monday to Thursday from 7:30am to 6:00pm – 50 weeks per year.

Rotating shift pattern within opening hours

Employment is subject to two satisfactory references and a DBS check

Closing date: Ongoing

Interview date: TBC