Nursery Third in Charge

Location: Rosewood Day Nursery

Salary: £32,700 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Do you want to work in a nurturing and supportive environment? If so, our Nursery Third in Charge role might be the perfect fit for you!

The Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is nestled in a tranquil residential area, conveniently located between Ruislip Manor and Eastcote Train Stations. With easy on-street parking, our nursery is accessible for both staff and parents.

We pride ourselves on creating a warm, homely atmosphere within a spacious house, enriched by a variety of extracurricular activities. From Superstar Sports that promote physical development to Tiny Mites Storytelling that sparks creativity and listening skills, we have something for every child. Our expansive outdoor area features a dedicated forest school, where children can explore nature through activities like den building, mud cooking, and creating art from natural materials.

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

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
• Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.

As a Nursery Third in Charge, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
• Support the holistic development of children—physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
• Assist staff in maintaining high-quality updates on the EyLog system and child learning journals.
• Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility in your role.
• Help implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments.
• 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 uphold 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

*All perks are pro-rata for part-time staff and subject to successful completion of the probationary period. These benefits may be reviewed or withdrawn at the company's discretion.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

At Rosewood Day Nursery, part of the Family First Group, we believe in treating everyone with respect and equality. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.