Little Elms Daycare
Nursery Third in charge
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Nursery Third in Charge
Department: Little Elms Beckenham Queens Road
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Little Elms Beckenham Queens Road
Compensation: £31,200 - £32,760 / year
Description
We are seeking a Third in Charge at our Beckenham Queens Road 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
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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 looking for a skilled and experienced Nursery Third in Charge to be based in our Beckenham 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.
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Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- At least 1 year’s 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
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