To manage the nursery and associated childcare provision within Once Upon a Time Day Nurseries policies and procedures, Local Authority Policies and procedures and all relevant legislation. To create a safe, warm and stimulating environment for all those who use Once Upon a Time services. To work as part of a team to assist in providing a safe, secure and stimulating environment for children. To work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, carers and other multi professionals. To be committed to ensuring safeguarding and creating an inclusive environment. Main Responsibilities: Children’s care, learning and play Support practitioners in meeting the needs of the individual children and families, ensuring children’s basic needs are always met, including good hygiene routines, nappies, meals encouraging good nutrition, planning and assessment etc To assist the staff team in setting up a safe and stimulating environment for children, ensuring a child centred environment providing a play-based approach to children’s learning Promote positive attitudes and behaviour at all times by providing a non-discriminatory environment which values and respects each child and family, ensuring an inclusive and safe environment having regard for SEN and safeguarding procedures and legislation Encourage parental involvement within the nursery, including parents consultations, events, and using parents as partners in their child’s learning and liaising with parents daily Health and safety: To be responsible for reporting accidents or health and safety issues and be conscientious of risks that may arise which may cause harm to children To implement and ensure health and safety guidelines and checks and adhere Once Upon a Time’s policies and procedures, including but not limited to on-going cleaning and sterilising duties within the setting, to reduce the spread of infection Staff: Effectively leading and supporting all nursery staff, students and voluntary workers. Ensuring a good level of supervision and support with their daily duties, identifying training and development needs, through individual supervisions, appraisals, observations etc. This may also include disciplinary meetings To lead/ organise staff, room and planning meetings (these will be out of nursery hours) To support the settings appointed persons in their role and taking on that role in their absence such as SENCO, Behaviour management coordinator To take part in recruitment and to support a team of staff to meet statutory ratio’s an contingency staffing where appropriate, and support a staff team in the appropriate skills, qualifications, experiences and qualities, ensuring the nursery is staffed to the required levels at all times General: To be responsible for the day to day running of the nursery To implement all of Once Upon a Time’s policies and procedures in all aspects of the nursery and other childcare services, and to review and develop them on an annual basis in line with relevant current legislation To ensure Welfare Requirements of the setting are maintained at all times and ensuring acceptable standards of practice that meets Ofsted criteria including Health and Safety and safeguarding, within the nursery environment General administrative duties associated with the running of the setting such as maintaining records on the children and their families, inventories, personal records, producing reports, writing letters, ordering supplies etc. To work collaboratively with colleagues to help support the development of the children within your care, guiding and sharing good practice, making sure that the nursery has a strong, reliable and consistent team Organising nursery events such as parents’ evenings, fete, annual trips, festivals and special events, that involve parents and carers (these may be out of nursery hours) To ensure the implementation of the EYFS curriculum for all children aged 0-5 years, and monitor how it is delivered To develop the setting by involving yourself and staff team in projects and programmes some of which will be initiated by the Local Authority To work collaboratively with outside agencies, to maintain effective relationships, providing services to the nursery, children and families, liaising with the Local Authority, Ofsted and other multi-agency professionals associated with the nursery and adhering LA policies and procedures and guidance To maintain an effective parent liaison system in order to work in partnership with parents/carers To oversee the efficient upkeep of the nursery, ensuring regular checks and maintenance of equipment, furniture and fittings Assisting in the collection, recording and banking of fees together with managing a budget and petty cash To monitor occupancy, reviewing numbers of children attending and following up enquiries promptly to ensure maximum capacity levels are maintained at all times. Assisting with the marketing, fundraising and advertising of the nursery to ensure the nursery runs to its full capacity and remains profitable You may be required to cover at another Once Upon a Time setting You may be required to work extra hours due to staff shortages, this will be repaid back using time-in-lieu at a time which is suitable to the nursery Qualifications: Proven experience in a nursery or childcare setting is essential. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively. Proficient communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Experience working with children in various age groups is highly desirable. A level 3 or above qualification in Ealy Years Ability to drive initiatives that improve nursery operations and foster a positive learning environment. Join our team as a Nursery Manager and contribute to shaping the future of young minds in a supportive and enriching atmosphere.
Are you an energetic, caring individual, who won’t just be remembered by little ones, but able to create memories for them in the comfort of their own nest. Then the memory, nest is for you! Caring for children is one of the most rewarding things you can do, and the memory nest allows you to work flexible hours with a great support team. Babysitters must have an up to date dbs check, be over the age of 18, able to provide at least two references, government ID and a first aid certificate is a bonus.
Dining experienced staff required Waiting/Service Staff - China Bistro is a culinary journey, bringing you the flavours of Asia in a contemporary bistro setting. Fresh and imaginative, China Bistro takes pride in invigorating traditional recipes for a modern audience and let the ingredients take the lead. Open 7 days a week, our guests enjoy authentic taste and cooking from across Asia lovingly prepared from age old treasured family recipes alongside a selective cocktail menu that has been thoughtfully crafted to intrigue and delight, completing an exceptional culinary experience. What we’ll do for you - Create an environment where you’ll look forward to coming to work - Provide you with hands on supportive management whenever you need it What we’re ideally looking for: 1. Someone with an enthusiasm for maintaining our customer standards 2. Someone with good communication skills and a good understanding of English. 3. A great work ethic. Prior restaurant dining service experience is required, dedicated staff member for dining guests and customers. Please contact us if you are interested. We will explain the details of your role when we meet you. We look forward to seeing you soon! Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £12.21 per hour
**Job Title: cocktail bar staff ** Location: NEW High-End Bar/Lounge, Chiswick, London Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time About Us: Exciting new bar and lounge! September opening! Located in the heart of Chiswick, our bar/lounge is renowned for its elegant ambiance, exceptional service, and sophisticated clientele. We are seeking a well-presented and professional Hostess to join our distinguished team. If you thrive in a high-end environment and have a passion for hospitality, we want to hear from you. Role Overview: As the Hostess, you will be the welcoming face of our establishment, ensuring every guest receives a warm reception and an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Your role is vital in maintaining the luxurious atmosphere our guests expect. Key Responsibilities: - Warmly greet guests upon arrival and ensure they feel welcome. - Manage reservations and coordinate seating arrangements efficiently. - Present menus and provide initial information about our offerings. - Maintain a pristine and organized reception and seating area. - Collaborate closely with the bar/lounge team to ensure seamless service. - Address guest inquiries and resolve any issues with professionalism. - Uphold the bar/lounge’s high standards of service and presentation. Requirements: - Must be over 21 years of age. - Impeccable presentation and grooming standards. - Previous experience in a high-end hospitality environment is preferred. - Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. - Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail. - Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. - Familiarity with reservation systems is an advantage. Benefits: - Competitive salary and gratuities. - Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. - Work in a vibrant, upscale environment. - Employee discounts on food and beverages. - Prime Chiswick location with excellent transport links. - COMPETITIVE SALARY! Application Process: We are committed to hiring the best and therefore have a strict interview process to ensure our team maintains the highest standards. If you believe you have what it takes to excel in this role, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position to - Application Deadline: 8th September 2024 Join us in delivering unparalleled service and creating memorable experiences for our guests. We look forward to meeting you! Further details will be discussed at the interview stage.
**Job Title: Bar manager Location: NEW High-End Bar/Lounge, Chiswick, London **Job Type: part time ** About Us: Exciting new bar and lounge! Located in the heart of Chiswick, our bar/lounge is renowned for its elegant ambiance, exceptional service, and sophisticated clientele. We are seeking a well-presented and professional Hostess to join our distinguished team. If you thrive in a high-end environment and have a passion for hospitality, we want to hear from you. Role Overview: As the Hostess, you will be the welcoming face of our establishment, ensuring every guest receives a warm reception and an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Your role is vital in maintaining the luxurious atmosphere our guests expect. Key Responsibilities: - Warmly greet guests upon arrival and ensure they feel welcome. - Manage reservations and coordinate seating arrangements efficiently. - Present menus and provide initial information about our offerings. - Maintain a pristine and organized reception and seating area. - Collaborate closely with the bar/lounge team to ensure seamless service. - Address guest inquiries and resolve any issues with professionalism. - Uphold the bar/lounge’s high standards of service and presentation. Requirements: - Must be over 25 years of age. - Impeccable presentation and grooming standards. - Previous experience in a high-end hospitality environment is preferred. - Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. - Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail. - Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. - Familiarity with reservation systems is an advantage. Benefits: - Competitive salary and gratuities. - Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. - Work in a vibrant, upscale environment. - Employee discounts on food and beverages. - Prime Chiswick location with excellent transport links. - COMPETITIVE SALARY! Application Process: We are committed to hiring the best and therefore have a strict interview process to ensure our team maintains the highest standards. If you believe you have what it takes to excel in this role, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position to - Application Deadline: Join us in delivering unparalleled service and creating memorable experiences for our guests. We look forward to meeting you! Further details will be discussed at the interview stage.