Toddler Room Manager / Third In Charge

Little Elms Daycare
Nestled conveniently near Catford Bridge and Catford Station, Little Elms Catford goes beyond being just a nursery; it’s a nurturing home where children thrive through our specially crafted teaching and learning programs. Our seasoned team designs captivating activities, weaving diverse topics and themes with each child’s unique interests.

Step into our nursery and experience a welcoming, stimulating atmosphere, complete with dedicated spaces for every age and stage. The first floor hosts our snug baby room, while the ground floor buzzes with energy in the toddler area and pre-school department.

Indoors, our well-equipped spaces ignite creativity, while outdoors, our Astroturf area ensures fresh air fun all year round. From weekly Musical Bumps sessions for the little ones to football sessions for the pre-schoolers, we strike the perfect balance between enjoyment and education. The pre-school room boasts an interactive whiteboard for hands-on phonic sessions and other engaging activities.

Our full-time Kitchen Assistant, under the guidance of a qualified Chef, ensures your child enjoys balanced meals and snacks, completing the holistic Little Elms experience.

They are currently looking for an experienced early years professional to take on the position of Toddler Room Manager / Third in Charge of the nursery.

Excellent Benefits on offer include:

£1000 welcome bonus

Free lunch prepared by our Skilled Nursery Chefs each day you work

Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA)

Generous Childcare discount

Fantastic Transport Links

Free uniform is provided

Opportunities across all 10 of our nurseries for progression

Opportunity to gain further qualifications

_ EXCELLENT SERVICE RECOGNITION REWARDS WITH INCREASING ANNUAL LEAVE _

Every year you will receive an additional day’s annual leave, per year of service, to a maximum of 5 extra days entitlement a year.

The ideal candidate must have:
Previous experience working as a Room Leader or Room Manager
A minimum Level 3 in Childcare and Education
Previous Experience in a Leadership Role
Strong leadership skills
Sound knowledge of the EYFS
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to use initiative
A passion for the Early Years

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and employment references

Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer

Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £29,500.00-£30,500.00 per year

Benefits:
Additional leave
Childcare
Company events
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Referral programme
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Application question(s):
How many years experience do you have working as Room Leader or above in a nursery?

Experience:
Nursery: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Third In Charge CG – free