Team Leader (Level 3)

Child 1st Day Nursery Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing environment at a well-established nursery, dedicated to providing exceptional care and learning for children. This role is ideal for imaginative and enthusiastic individuals who love outdoor play and are committed to continuous improvement. You will support management in delivering high-quality care, fostering positive relationships with children and their families, and promoting their overall development. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and flexibility, this position offers a supportive atmosphere where your contributions will be valued. If you are passionate about early years education and possess the relevant qualifications, we invite you to apply and make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Market Leading Salary

Signing on bonus

Extra holiday for good attendance

Early closure on Xmas Eve

Time off for appointments

Gift on birthdays

Dress down days

Childcare issue support

50% staff discount on nursery fees

Paid non-contact and planning time

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in childcare is essential.
• Experience and passion for childcare and development required.

Responsibilities

• Support management decisions to ensure quality care for children.
• Establish positive relationships with children and families.
• Promote children's development in all areas.

Skills

Childcare Experience

Knowledge of EYFS

Teamwork

Flexibility

Communication Skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

Equivalent Qualification

Job description

Job Description:

To support the management decisions and activities within the nursery unit in order to provide the highest quality care and learning opportunities for all children attending the nursery and to promote continuous improvement and development of all staff.

Work effectively as a lead team member; consistently exhibit a flexible, positive and co-operative attitude.

Demonstrate a willingness to learn, to apply that learning and work towards improvement and to take advantage of change.

Remain loyal and confidential to Child 1st and their customers.

Assist in developing and maintaining an attractive educational play environment in accordance with the guidance within the EYFS.

Promote children’s intellectual, physical, emotional and social development.

Establish positive relationships with the children and their families.

Take responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children.

Benefits:

• Market Leading Salary – From £1,850 per month.
• Signing on bonus of £1,000!
• Opportunity to earn 3 extra days holiday for good attendance.
• We close at midday on Xmas Eve through to Jan.
• Time off during the day for appointments where possible.
• Time off to attend own children’s plays, parents evenings, etc.
• Gift from the company on birthdays (flowers/chocolates/bottle of wine).
• Dress down days.
• Shift adjustments for childcare issues.
• Staff leave early if all children have gone and are still paid.
• Important calls can be made/received during shifts.
• 50% staff discount on nursery fees and discounts for nieces/nephews/grandchildren.
• Accommodating a 4-day shift if needed.
• Chef cooks staff dinners upon request.
• Access to tea, coffee, etc.
• Staff WhatsApp groups for support.
• Pay protection for staff who become ill during the day.
• Annual pay rise.
• Company pays for all training and any time taken outside of working hours.
• Paid non-contact time & planning time provided.
• Comfortable staff rooms for breaks.
• Robust policies in place to protect and support staff.
• Managers ensure that the nursery is a ‘safe space’ for all staff.

We are looking for imaginative and enthusiastic people who have a love of outdoor play, to join our well-established and dedicated staff team.

If you have a NVQ level 3 or equivalent, and are experienced and passionate about childcare and development with a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, then we need to hear from you!

More Information

Address: Child 1st Day Nursery, Tudor Grange Academy, Cooks Lane, Kingshurst, Solihull