An exciting opportunity has arisen within the MiChild group. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated third in charge to work in our wonderful Stepping Stones nursery based in Stockport.
Company benefits:
* Staff discount on childcare fees - 50%!
* Exceptional holiday entitlement package with long service benefits year on year.
* Company incentives such as additional holiday days for 100% attendance
* Career progression opportunities and a training programme based around you.
* Staff well-being programme including weekly staff well-being drop-ins, staff room where you can unwind during your break, access to free exercise sessions and healthy recipes on our well-being platform.
* Monthly Staff Treats
* Staff meals and refreshments throughout the day
* Staff appreciation and recognition awards (such as 1 year service, 5 years service, 10 years service, employee of the month, staff shout outs etc.)
* Company events (such as annual awards night, NMT awards, Day Nursery Awards etc.)
* Free branded staff uniform
* Fully funded accredited training such as Paediatric First Aid, Level 2 in Safeguarding and many more!
* Employer contribution to pension scheme
Role and responsibilities:
* To liaise with the managers on a daily basis.
* To work as part of the nursery team.
* To make decisions on the day-to-day running of the nursery in the absence of a Manager and deputy manager.
* To follow all the nursery's administrative procedures.
* To be a positive role model to other staff throughout the nursery.
* To have a thorough working knowledge of the nursery's policies and procedures.
* To assist in the training of staff within the nursery.
* In the absence of a Manager and deputy manager, to manage staffing levels and to deploy staff where necessary throughout the setting.
* To attend meetings as part of the management team.
* To be flexible with shifts and staying behind etc. to ensure all shifts are covered in the event of staff sickness.
* To ensure that the nursery consistently meets the requirements set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage to a minimum good standard.
* To monitor any safeguarding issues following local authority procedures.
* Prepare the nursery for Ofsted inspections and action any recommendations made by the inspector ensuring a minimum good grade is awarded.
Requirements:
* Level 3 in Childcare as a minimum.
* Previous management or room leading experience in a nursery environment.
* Enthusiasm, professionalism and creativity.
Salary:
From £12.40 - negotiable depending on experience.
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