Third in Charge

OurCoop Little Pioneers; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Annual leave

Health programmes

Training & development

Parental leave

Job summary

OurCoop Little Pioneers in Oxford is seeking a Third in Charge to work with the Nursery Manager and the Quality Excellence team to help achieve outstanding results in the Early Years sector.

We value a child-centred ethos, staff development and strong communication with families, aiming to nurture a kind and considerate generation through a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years; Level 4+ preferred; at least 2 years Early Years experience.

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Level 4+ preferred

2 years Early Years experience

Job description

You don’t have to be a superhero, but it helps! As Third in Charge, you will work and report directly to the Nursery Manager and work in unity with the Quality Excellence team to achieve all-round outstanding results.

We are looking for a qualified professional to help us deliver our vision of being the leading Early Years provider. Your Co-op Little Pioneers is run with a different ethos to other nurseries. Our child-centric approach puts a premium on fun which ultimately is intended to nurture a kinder and more considerate generation. Your core skills in the education and development of your key children will help us on our mission to ensure our colleagues, families, and children all rate us as outstanding.

Download our job description to find out more about what’ll you be doing every day.

Disclaimer - No two children are the same. Neither will your days be.

Who are we looking for?

• You’ll need a minimum level 3 qualification in Early Years, preferably level 4 or above and at least 2 years Early Years’ experience.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted Early Education Inspection Framework.
• Inspiringand passionate about Early Years and working with children
• Have excellent listening, communicationand customer service skills
• Have an Enhanced DBS check

What can we offer you?

• Employee Discounts – Save up to 60% off Childcare, 20% off your Food Shop and 15% off your next Holiday
• 30 Days Annual Leave - Rising with service up to a maximum of 37 days
• Health and Wellbeing Programmes – Benefit from our Stream App and our partnership with Grocery Aid for financial and mental health support
• Full Training and Accredited Development Plans
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Family leave and more!