At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to provide exceptional care and education for young children.
- Company: Join a supportive and friendly early years setting dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, health programmes, and a company pension scheme.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on children's lives while growing your career in early years education.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 27185 - 27185 £ per year.
About The Kindergartens: Mouse House SW11
At our fantastic early years settings, we provide exceptional care and education to our children. With our supportive teams and comprehensive training programs, you will have the chance to develop your skills and unlock your full potential. Don't miss this extraordinary chance to be a part of something truly special. Apply today and seize the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youngest children. Together, we can create a bright and promising future for the next generation in early years education. If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you.
Qualifications
- Full and Relevant Level 3 Qualification in Early Years Education
- Minimum 1 years’ Team Leadership/Management experience
- Minimum 3 years’ Nursery experience
- Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance.
- Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities.
- Knowledge of and commitment to: child protection, health and safety, equal opportunities and SEN/Inclusion
- Experience of working as a key worker for a group of children and their families
- Ability to observe, assess and report on children's behaviour
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Supportive work environment with a friendly team
- Company Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health and wellbeing programme
- Company events
- Sick pay
Duties
- To provide safe, high-quality education and care for children attending the nursery.
- To fulfil legal and statutory requirements and to supervise staff on a day-to-day basis.
- To contribute to and implement Nursery policies.
- Effective team leadership - ability to lead a team, manage effectively and efficiently, upholding positive working relationships and be an effective mentor.
- To manage the provision of the nursery ensuring that children, parents and the staff team work together to provide high quality childcare.
- To be responsible for the management of day-to-day financial operations within the nursery, by meeting financial targets and managing the occupancy ensuring maximum capacity.
- To agree and set nursery goals and monitor the achievement of progress against targets.
- To monitor and assess the quality of provision ensuring that policies and procedures, best practice and standards are maintained.
- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.
- Collaborate with parents and other staff members to support children's individual needs.
- Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of all children.
Little Dukes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be expected to follow our Safer Recruitment processes which includes completion of an application form, undergoing an interview process, and the Company obtaining suitable references and an Enhanced DBS check.
Deputy Head in London employer: Hollybank Trustees Ltd
At Mouse House SW11, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to nurturing the next generation. Our supportive work environment fosters professional growth through comprehensive training programmes and a commitment to employee well-being, including a health and wellbeing programme and company events. Join our friendly team and make a meaningful impact in early years education while enjoying competitive benefits and a fulfilling career path.
