At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Nursery Management team and mentor staff to enhance childcare quality.
- Company: Join RAFAKidz, an award-winning nursery group with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 40% childcare discount, healthcare cashback, and gym discounts.
- Other info: Opportunities for career development and a supportive, inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and Paediatric First Aid certificate required.
The predicted salary is between 26582 - 32490 £ per year.
RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Odiham, Hook RG29 1QH
£31,141 for 37.5 hours per week
- Enhanced childcare discount of 40% for permanent employees
- Healthcare cash back for you and your children to cover prescription, dental and optician costs
- Free access to virtual GP
- Health and Stress Support plus gym discount
- Unlimited Refer a Friend bonus payments
- Generous leave with time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period
- Group Associate Membership – savings and discounts on household bills and more!
- Guaranteed transfer to another nursery (for spouses and families being reassigned)
- Preparing for promotion? We pay travel and overnight expenses to allow you to experience another of our fabulous settings
- Opportunities to attend gala evenings to celebrate our big nominations and wins together!
About our Third in Charge Role:
You will need to have a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification along with a Paediatric First Aid certificate. You will be working closely with the Nursery Management team to strengthen and grow the quality of our care and our team. Previous experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner will be a great starting point for this position as RAFAKidz will invest in you and your development to enable you to grow in this first level management role. You will have a strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance along with proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities.
A key part of the role will be to support the coaching and mentoring of staff, helping the manager to identify staff training needs and to ensure highest levels of training are provided to staff. You will create and maintain enriching and high-quality educational environments which are safe, caring and stimulating at all times.
This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities.
(OD) Nursery Third in Charge in Odiham employer: RAF Association
RAFAKidz Nursery is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant heart of Central London, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. With generous benefits such as enhanced childcare discounts, healthcare cashback, and opportunities for career progression, we ensure our team feels valued and motivated. Join us to be part of a dynamic family where your contributions are celebrated, and you can thrive in a nurturing environment while making a meaningful impact on children's lives.
