St George’s Childcare is an award-winning nursery, pre-school, and out-of-school club (rated Good by Ofsted) with over 30 years of experience providing the very best care. Our long-serving staff have a wealth of knowledge of child development and enjoy being part of a happy team in a fun and supportive environment.
We are passionate about delivering the very best quality childcare and want our children to learn, play, and explore indoors and outdoors while having lots of fun.
We are looking for:
* 1 X Room Leader Assistant for our 2-3 year old room.
Working Hours: 7.30am – 6.30pm, 4 days a week = 40 hours/week, all year round.
Salary: £12.50-£13.59/hour = £26,000 – £28,267 /annum
Requirements:
* Relevant childcare qualifications with suitable experience (Level 2 min.)
* If Level 2, willing to train towards a Level 3 qualification
* DBS check and written references dependent
Reporting to: Room Leader and The Childcare Managers
Key Responsibilities:
* Know and support St George’s ethos, vision, and curriculum.
* Support and help implement all ideas and decisions made by the SCL.
* Be responsible for ensuring your staff follow all St George’s policies, procedures, and staff handbook requirements.
* Role model outstanding practice at all times and promote British Values.
* Have a good knowledge of the EYFS and statutory requirements.
* Use the Characteristics of Effective Learning to reflect on practice.
* Ensure activities are centered around the needs and interests of each individual child.
* Work closely with SCL, other SCLs, and Deputy SCLs to ensure smooth transitions for the children.
* Work in partnership with colleagues, parents, and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child.
* Mentor the team, students, and volunteers and be a positive point of contact to discuss praise or concerns as required by the SCL.
In the absence of SCL or if required by SCL:
* Organise and lead staff meetings, recording minutes for future reference.
* Be responsible for your team's supervisions and provide constructive feedback for their performance reviews.
* Ensure your team completes regular moments for each key child's online learning journals.
* Regularly check first aid boxes and ensure they are full and in proper order.
Behaviours:
* Care and compassion: Provide the very best childcare to every child every day.
* Being team-focused: Work effectively with colleagues and other professionals.
* Honesty, trust, and integrity: Develop trust by working in a confidential and ethical manner.
* Commitment: Improve outcomes for children through inspiration and child-centred care.
* Non-discriminatory practice: Ensure all children have equal access to opportunities.
* Fundamental British values: Consider democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect.
An Assistant Senior Childcare Leader Knows and Understands:
* The expected patterns of children’s development from birth to 5 years.
* The importance of promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion.
* The importance of continued professional development.
* The legal requirements and guidance on health and safety, and safeguarding.
* How to respond to accidents, injuries, and emergency situations.
* Safeguarding policies and procedures.
* How to prevent and control infection.
General:
* Understand budgets and sustainability to help SCL manage your room budget.
* Basic understanding of IT and online learning journals.
* Participate in fundraising activities to build relationships.
* Ensure all areas are clean, inviting, and stimulating for children.
Staff benefits/welfare include:
* Excellent base salary
* Free childcare
* Free lunch
* 28 days holiday per year (incl. bank holiday)
* Paid time off for Christmas and New Year nursery closure
* 3 months maternity leave fully paid
* Access to water coolers
* Free hot and cold drinks and snacks during breaks
* Large staff room with TV and sofas
* Fully funded levels 3, 4, and 5 childcare qualifications
* Fully funded Level 3 Forest School Leadership qualification
* Travel and expenses for training
* Paid time for all parents’ evenings and staff meetings
* Career progression and promotion opportunities
* Uniform provided free-of-charge
* Enhanced DBS check and annual renewal service fully paid for
* Pension scheme
* Summer and Christmas staff social events
* 2 X Team building outings a year
* Recognition for achievements
* Free flu jab
* Cycle to work scheme
Flexible Working Options Available:
* Not offered
Work remotely:
* No
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship, Graduate
Pay: £12.50-£13.59 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Nursery leadership: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Royal Tunbridge Wells (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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