Nursery Third in Charge

Position: Nursery Room Leader

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round

Salary: £30,056 per annum

Welcome Bonus: £1,000

Located just off Ricford Street, our nursery is perfectly situated near Hammersmith Grove, with easy access to the District and Piccadilly lines at Goldhawk Road and Hammersmith Broadway stations. With convenient bus links and the Westfield Shopping Centre just a short walk away, commuting is a breeze for our families and team members.

Our modern facility features inspiring indoor and outdoor learning spaces, including a large garden with exciting climbing frames where children can explore and connect with nature. Inside, our bright and spacious rooms create the ideal environment for children to learn, grow, and thrive. Parents love receiving daily updates and photos that capture their child's day of discovery!

We are on the lookout for a passionate Room Leader to join our dedicated team. This full-time role involves working 40 hours per week, with shifts scheduled between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm. The ideal candidate will hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification. Please note, this is a year-round position, as our nursery operates throughout the year.

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

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus
• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for our team members
• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline
• Development Opportunities: Tailored learning and development to support your career growth
• Excellent Transport Links

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources tailored to children's age and development
• Support the holistic development of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs
• Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and 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

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential
• Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential
• Over 6 months’ experience in a senior position - Desirable
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential
• Fluency in written and spoken English - Essential

We are committed 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.

Join us at Hammersmith Day Nursery, where we treat everyone with respect and equality, ensuring a nurturing environment for all children and families!