Nursery Third in Charge - Dulwich

Nursery Third in Charge

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We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a ‘Third In Charge’ for our Nelly’s nursery in Dulwich Sports Ground.

The Third In Charge is a full-time, permanent role offering a competitive basic salary and additional wider benefits, including opportunities for future career progression.

Third In Charge - Overview

To assist and support in the day-to-day management and running of the nursery and to undertake limited responsibility for some of the overall day-to-day tasks required.  To ensure that all children attending the setting receive high quality care, are kept safe and receive rich and stimulating play experiences.

Third In Charge – Qualifications & Experience

• You must hold a minimum L3 childcare qualification with a passion to upskill further
• Be a positive role model to our children and your team!
• Do you want to work for an organisation that respects individuality and creativity?
• Wanting to work within a large group that maintains an independent feel?
• Have strong EYFS knowledge
• Previous experience implementing an EYFS curriculum

Third In Charge – Key Responsibilities

• To support Room Leaders in the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum; including support with overseeing planning and record keeping
• To support in ensuring that all legislation in relation to registration with regulatory bodies, special needs, child protection and Health and Safety is complied with and that company policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Promote and facilitate partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
• Assume deputy responsibilities in the absence of the Deputy Manager if required.
• Provide high standards of quality within the nursery including the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
• Support the development of good practice with regards to special needs and inclusion.
• Be fully aware of emergency and security procedures relating to the nursery and take full responsibility for opening/closing the nursery as required.
• Work with the manager to fully understand and be able to support staff during Ofsted inspections and assist in the implementation of any recommendations.
• Work alongside the Manager learning how to monitor and control budgets and maintaining petty cash systems and in assessing interaction and child facing skills during the recruitment process.
• Support with induction procedure for all new staff, and ongoing supervisions and appraisals.

Third In Charge – What we can offer YOU!

• Genuine opportunities for career progression with access to professional accredited training 
• A comprehensive pension scheme with employer contributions 
• Childcare discounts – in any of our settings across England? 
• Enhanced maternity/ paternity leave 
• EPIC cash back system on discounted high street, telecoms and travel providers
• Buddy Bonus Scheme – cash rewards for referring a friend 
• Have your Birthday off on us! – An extra paid day off on your Birthday 
• Health & Wellbeing support 24/7 with access to external helpline of professional counsellors 

At Partou UK, we are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting high-quality childcare. We expect all staff to commit to this goal. All nursery personnel will undergo an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from all community sectors.

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