Job Description
Welcome to CherryLands Nursery!
Join Our Team as Third in Charge
Working Hours: 42.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, all year round
Salary: £35,360.00 per annum
Located on the beautiful outskirts of Byfleet, CherryLands Nursery is a nurturing haven where children flourish through active learning and purposeful play. With easy access via public transport and an onsite car park, our spacious garden is equipped with exciting climbing frames that inspire outdoor exploration. We pride ourselves on creating a home-from-home environment that blends professionalism with genuine care, ensuring every child feels secure, valued, and ready to grow.
Why Join Us?
At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750!
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Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
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Annual Leave: Start with 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
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Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access a confidential employee assistance helpline.
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Development Opportunities: Tailored learning and development to support your career growth.
Your Role as Third in Charge / Room Leader
In this dynamic position, 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 children's learning journals.
* Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility in your role.
* Help implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments for children.
* Maintain accurate records and accounts 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.
*Please note that duties and responsibilities may evolve, and additional tasks relevant to this role may be assigned.
What You Need to Succeed
To thrive in this role, you should have:
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Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
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Essential: Over 1 year of experience working in Early Years.
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Desirable: Over 6 months of experience in a senior position.
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Desirable: Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating.
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Essential: Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements.
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Essential: Fluency in written and spoken English.
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.
CherryLands Nursery is proud to be part of the Family First Group, where 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 individual needs.