**NURSERY THIRD IN CHARGE - STEPPING STONES NURSERY HAZELGROVE/BRAMHALL**

JOINING BONUS £300 T&C APPLY 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 year 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 £13.00 – negotiable depending on experience #J-18808-Ljbffr