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Room Leader – The Bridge Nursery
Permanent
We are currently recruiting for a Nursery Room Leader in the High Peak area.
The Bridge Nursery is a new adventure that is looking for a suitably experienced and personally motivated childcare practitioner willing and committed to building and shaping our first setting.
The Bridge Nursery is committed to building ‘first communities’. We put our people at the heart of all we do; children, parents, carers and colleagues.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner motivated to be part of the foundation of a new team.
The successful candidate must hold a relevant Level 2/3 Childcare qualification, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience post qualification.
As Room Leader, you will be expected to lead as part of a team and have the ability to work closely with other professionals. You will have great communication skills and be able to motivate and inspire.
You will also be a skilled practitioner, having good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. You should be able to plan, implement and evaluate daily activities meeting young children's individual needs and plan next steps to support children's learning and development.
What we can offer for you:A genuine ‘team’ ethos that puts people at the heart of all we do.
A competitive annual earnings potential between £11.50 and £12.20 based on experience and level of qualification.
Salary range based on qualification and experience.
A pension scheme with employer contributions.
Yearly pay reviews.
Opportunities to access funded professional development training with opportunities to gain further accredited qualifications.
On-site Childcare staff discount scheme.
Flexible approach to working hours.
Additional annual holiday allowance, that increases with years of service.
Staff recognition and reward scheme.
Key Responsibilities:To lead curriculum delivery to your room. To work with the leadership team to implement and develop a curriculum that engages and inspires our young learners, whatever their age or development stage.
To lead in the care and wellbeing of all the children in your given room.
To supervise and support all room staff to ensure they fulfil their job role and adhere to policies and procedures.
To act as a good example, to be supportive and consistent with all room staff to develop a strong and committed team.
To keep yourself informed and educated on new legislation and changes in childcare practices and attend any training as required.
To assist the management in developing positive working relationships with parents/carers and other external agencies.
Disclaimer: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting a quality provision and expects all staff to share this commitment. All nursery staff will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and reference checks. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. -
Nursery Practitioner – The Bridge Nursery
Permanent
We are currently recruiting for Nursery Practitioners for our nursery in Whaley Bridge.
The Bridge Nursery is a new adventure that is looking for a suitably experienced and personally motivated childcare practitioner willing and committed to building and shaping our first setting.
The Bridge Nursery is committed to building ‘first communities’. We put our people at the heart of all we do; children, parents, carers and colleagues.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated practitioner to be part of the foundation of a new team.
The successful candidate must hold a relevant Level 2/3 Childcare qualification.
As Nursery Practitioner, you will be expected to work as part of a team and have the ability to follow the instructions of your Room Lead.
You will be a competent practitioner, having good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and safeguarding measures. Provide support to other nursery staff members, keep record of children’s progress for evaluation and sharing with parents/carers. Follow daily activities to meet young children’s individual needs and the next steps in supporting their learning and development.
What we can offer for you:A genuine ‘team’ ethos that puts people at the heart of all we do.
A starting rate of £11.44
A pension scheme with employer contributions.
Yearly pay reviews.
Opportunities to access funded professional development training with opportunities to gain further accredited qualifications.
On-site Childcare staff discount scheme.
Flexible approach to working hours.
Additional annual holiday allowance, that increases with years of service.
Staff recognition and reward scheme.
Key Responsibilities:To follow the set curriculum as set by the leadership team.
To engage and inspire our young learners whatever their age or development stage.
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all the children under your care.
To record and report evaluation of children to your Room Leader, parents/carers
To support other room staff where needed.
To adhere to policies and procedures.
To developing and maintain positive working relationships with parents/carers.
Disclaimer: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting a quality provision and expects all staff to share this commitment. All nursery staff will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and reference checks. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. -
Cook – The Bridge Nursery
Permanent - 25 Hours per week
We are currently recruiting for a Cook for our nursery in Whaley Bridge.
The Bridge Nursery is a new adventure that is looking for a suitably experienced and personally motivated Cook willing and committed to building and shaping our first setting.
The Bridge Nursery is committed to building ‘first communities. We put our people at the heart of all we do; children, parents, carers and colleagues.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Cook to be part of the foundation of a new team.
The successful candidate must hold a Food Hygiene Certificate L2. Safeguarding L2 (training will be provided if not already in place) and a clean enhanced DBS check. Previous experience within a childcare setting would be advantageous but not essential.
As Cook, you will be expected to work independently and also as part of a team and have the ability to follow the instructions of the Nursery Manager.
You will be a competent Cook who can run a kitchen that delivers high quality, nutritious meals and snack to all our children. Keeping our children well fed and watered for the busyness of their nursery lives. Engaging our children in the exciting world of food, providing them with varied food experiences and sometimes challenges. Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene. Educating colleagues and our children; and their parents/carers about the exciting world of food.
Having happy children, parents/carers and staff.
What we can offer for you:A genuine ‘team’ ethos that puts people at the heart of all we do.
A starting rate of £8.60 (18 to 20) and £11.44 (20 and above)
A pension scheme with employer contributions.
Yearly pay reviews.
Opportunities to access funded professional development training with opportunities to gain further accredited qualifications.
On-site Childcare staff discount scheme.
Flexible approach to working hours.
Additional annual holiday allowance, that increases with years of service.
Staff recognition and reward scheme.
Key Responsibilities:The preparation and delivering of all meals and snacks in the nursery.
The planning and deliver of a varied and nutritionally balanced menu, that changes with the seasons
Provide meals that meet special dietary and cultural requirements
Weekly menu planning and food shopping requirements
Establishing (daily/weekly/monthly/annually) kitchen cleaning routines in line with good health and safety practices.
Working with the Nursery Manager to establish and review nursery food budgets.
Offering leadership, guidance and training to colleagues with regards to food preparation, delivery and hygiene.
Offering educational opportunities for our children, in collaboration with nursery leaders, and guidance from the EYFS framework.
Effective and efficient management of all kitchen related waste; taking consideration of our environmental impact.
Maintaining all records relating to kitchen Hygiene, and general health and safety.
Budgeting
Working within the nurseries cashless systems.
Working within nursery food budgets to deliver our offer to parents/carers.
To developing and maintain positive working relationships with parents/carers.
Disclaimer: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting a quality provision and expects all staff to share this commitment. All nursery staff will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and reference checks. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.