Nursery Third in charge

Department: Little Elms Catford

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery Catford

Compensation: £31,200 - £32,760 / year

Description

Job descriptionJob Summary:
 We are seeking a Third in Charge for our Catford nursery. The successful candidate will assist in managing daily operations, providing leadership, and ensuring high-quality childcare services.
Duties:
 - Manage the nursery in the absence of the Manager and Deputy Manager
 - Oversee staff and children to maintain a safe and nurturing environment
 - Lead by example, demonstrating excellent childcare practices
 - Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and external stakeholders
 - Drive continuous improvement in nursery operations
 - Support the team in delivering outstanding care and education
Skills:
- Minimum Level 3 or above in Childcare.
 - Experience working with children in an early years setting
 - Strong leadership abilities to guide and motivate staff
 - Excellent communication skills to engage with children, parents, and colleagues
 - Valid driving licence for potential travel requirements
 - Proficient in English language for effective interaction with all parties
 - Qualifications in Early Childhood Education or relevant field
Join our team as the Third in Charge to make a positive impact on children's early years development.

Key Responsibilities

We are currently for a skilled and experienced Nursery Third in Charge to be based in our Catford Nursery. The nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas.
You can earn up to £32,760 per annum, depending on experience, working Full time (40 hours per week) – 4 days a week.
To be considered for the Nursery Practitioner role you must have:

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 1 years’ experience in a Nursery Practitioner role or equivalent
• Level 2/3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children