Nursery Third in Charge

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds? We are excited to invite a dedicated Nursery Room Leader to join our vibrant team at Woodhams Farm Day Nursery , specifically in our Toddlers Room .

Located in the serene surroundings of Woodhams Farm in Kingsworthy, Winchester, our purpose-built barn-style nursery is set within an acre of beautiful land. We believe in creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

At Family First , we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous Annual Leave: Start with 24 days, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!
• Childcare Discount: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your little ones.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Career Growth: Personalized learning and development opportunities.
• Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme!

As a Nursery Room Leader, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
• Support the holistic development of children, focusing on their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs.
• Assist staff in maintaining the EyLog system and updating child learning journals with high-quality documentation.
• Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility in your role.
• Implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments and identify training needs for staff.
• Maintain accurate records related to children and staff on the EyMan system.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor.
• Understand and meet the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification: Essential
• Over 1 year’s experience in Early Years: Essential
• Over 6 months’ experience in a senior position: Desirable
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations: Desirable
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS: Essential
• Fluency in written and spoken English: Essential

This position offers a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week , spread over 4 days . We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duty.

At Woodhams Farm Day Nursery, part of the Family First Group , we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.

If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of children and join a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!