We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Third in Charge to join our Nursery team in Hitchin. You will be providing exceptional care and early childhood education to children in our nursery. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children, ensuring their safety, development, and well‑being in a nurturing environment. The role would suit someone who has previously worked as an Early Years Practitioner then Room Leader and is looking for the next step up.
Job Title
Third in Charge
Location
Hitchin
Job Type
Full-time / Permanent
Salary
£30,000 - £33,300 per annum
Main Duties
* Supporting the room leaders and practitioners to help manage their rooms and ensure the nursery standards are adhered to at all times
* Create an environment that supports the individual needs of all children
* Maintain systems to monitor, evaluate and improve the quality of our childcare practices.
* Maintain effective methods of communication with children, staff, parents, and carers.
* Maintain open and positive working relationships with staff.
* Ensure that practices and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
* Assist in agreeing and reviewing individual targets with staff.
* Assume playroom and additional management responsibilities when required.
* Keep costs in line with the agreed budgets.
Person Specification
* A minimum of a full and relevant level 3 childcare qualification
* The right to work in the UK
* Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework
* A Paediatric First Aid Certificate
* Experience of observing, assessing and planning for children’s learning & development
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* 31 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
* Wellbeing day
* 50% childcare discount
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* Supportive and welcoming team environment.
As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
Refresh Recruitment Limited does not presently hold a Sponsorship License and while this status is reviewed regularly there is no present proposal to apply for such a license.
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