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ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO FOREST HILL IN SOUTH EAST LONDON FOR 8AM START About Excel Child Care Services: We are a family run nursery established in 2002 - Based in Forest Hill , South East London for over 21 years. Are you passionate about Early Years? Look no further! Excel Child Care Services, a leading childcare provider in the UK, is seeking an experienced, dedicated, and inspiring Nursery Manager to join our team. We provide a supportive work environment with ample opportunities for career growth. Join us in nurturing young minds and making a positive impact! Job Description: (This is not an exhaustive list) This is a term time only post. and pay will be pro rata to the full time pay. As the Nursery Manager, you will lead our childcare team to uphold the highest standards of care and education. Your responsibilities will include maintaining an organized and stimulating childcare environment, ensuring compliance with legal ratios, managing, supporting, and motivating the team, and overseeing the induction of new team members. It's an exciting and fulfilling role! This position requires the successful candidate to work flexibly for 35-40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, for 30 weeks per year (term time only). The role offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package, and the opportunity to fuel your passion for growth and development. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of running a Montessori Childcare, although this is not essential. Work in an award-winning childcare facility, inspiring early years educators who are shaping the future generation to have a love for lifelong learning. Requirements: To be considered for this role, you should (this is not an exhaustive list): - Have previous childcare management experience - Possess strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills - Demonstrate a focus on delivering high-quality childcare and education - Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher - Show a strong understanding of the EYFS guidelines - Have at least 2 years of experience in leading and managing a team - Exhibit excellent time management and organizational skills - Have strong written and verbal communication abilities - Must have Ofsted inspection experience Benefits: Working with us comes with fantastic perks, including: - Competitive salary - Childcare discount - Additional day off for your birthday - Rewards and recognition schemes, including annual awards - Discounted childcare - Appreciation rewards - Refer a friend scheme (unlimited) - Company social events - Auto enrolment into a pension scheme All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide two suitable references. Excel Child Care Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Apply now and be a part of our amazing team at Excel Child Care Services. Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 6 months Pay: Up to £40,950.00 per year Benefits: Childcare Company pension Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): FULL 1ST AID CERTIFICATE

Key Responsibilities: - To follow all policies, procedures and processes necessary to ensure the children’s safety, security and wellbeing. - To learn about and adhere to the EYFS Statutory Framework requirements and Ofsted regulations. - To be professional, polite and positive in interactions with children, parents, team members and the wider community. - To be reliable and demonstrate good attendance, to ensure continuity of care for children, colleagues and families. - To treat all matters as confidential that relate to the children, their families and the nursery. Home from Home 1. To learn how to ensure a safe, clean, tidy and welcoming room by completing appropriate daily duties. 2. To support the team in encouraging the good health of children and support them when they are unwell. 3. To provide support at mealtimes, ensuring individual children’s dietary requirements are followed. 4. To promote personal routines which support children’s care and physical health e.g., exercise, nutrition and oral health. 5. To learn about strategies to promote positive behaviour and assist in supporting children’s emotional wellbeing. 6. To support the room team when welcoming new children and preparing children for their transition to the next room. Education 1. To gain knowledge of the curriculum, supporting the team in its implementation, indoors and outdoors. 2. To learn about activities that are holistic and support the curriculum and cover the EYFS Education Programmes. 3. To learn how to teach, support and extend children’s knowledge and skills, particularly their language skills. 4. To learn how to set up the learning environment to meet the children’s individual interests, needs and learning. 5. To learn about formative and summative assessments, using observations and data to inform the assessment cycle. 6. To learn about the appropriate support needed when children need extra help in their learning and development. Accountability 1. To follow the safeguarding and child protection procedures to keep all children safe. 2. To adhere to all health and safety policies, such as outings procedures and emergency drills. 3. To learn about the EYFS statutory framework and ensure compliance with all aspects. 4. To inform the qualified team of any accident or injury and gain a paediatric first aid certificate. 5. To support the qualified team in carrying out risk assessments as necessary. 6. To contribute towards the current targets set for the room, as identified in the nursery development plan. Relationships 1. To show warmth, care, happiness and sensitivity when interacting and engaging with the children. 2. To ensure key children are championed and thought about, encouraging their confidence and independence. 3. To learn about the expected level of customer service and build professional working relationships with parents. 4. To learn about the methods used to communicate with parents and begin to carry this out independently when ready. 5. To learn about the assessment cycle and work alongside the team to prepare for and carry out parent consultations. 6. To support the team in planning and participating in WPSA events. Teamwork 1. To maintain effective communication and support the wider staff team, covering holidays or absences in other rooms. 2. To ensure own suitability to work with Early Years children, in line with EYFS statutory requirements. 3. To attend supervisions to reflect on own performance in the care, teaching and safeguarding of children. 4. To attend ‘in house’ training and other mandatory training necessary as part of apprenticeship. 5. To be reliable with excellent attendance and keep up to date with work and targets set by training provider. 6. To attend room meetings and support colleagues by contributing equally to the workload of the room.

Are you passionate about early childhood development and ready to make a difference in the lives of young learners? Willows Pre-School is seeking enthusiastic and qualified individuals to join our team as Early Years Educators! Do you: Possess a love for working with children aged 0-5? Have a strong understanding of child development and play-based learning? Hold a relevant UK Early Years qualification (e.g., Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS), Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education)? Have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills? Be a team player with a collaborative and positive attitude? If so, we encourage you to apply!

We are looking for an enthusiastic and warm nursery practitioner to join our team of 10. We are based in the heart of Forest Gate (London) and have vacancies open for roles in our baby room, toddler room and preschool room as well as room leader roles. Job Description: Nursery Practitioner/Nursery Nurse/Room Leader Location: Twinkle Toes Day Nursery, Forest Gate, London E7 0NG Position: Nursery Practitioner/Nursery Nurse/Room Leader About Us: Twinkle Toes Day Nursery is dedicated to providing a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years. We believe in fostering a love for learning through play and supporting each child’s development. Our committed team plays a vital role in creating a positive experience for our children and their families. Roles and Responsibilities: Nursery Practitioner/Nursery Nurse: - Support the daily care and education of children. - Plan and implement engaging activities that promote development. - Observe and assess children’s progress and well-being. - Maintain a safe and hygienic environment. - Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers. - Work collaboratively with the nursery team. Room Leader: - Lead a designated room, ensuring high standards of care and education. - Mentor and support staff members, fostering their professional development. - Develop and implement a curriculum that meets individual needs. - Maintain records of children’s progress and development. - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. - Liaise with parents, staff, and external agencies as needed. Qualifications: - Level 2/3 Early Years Qualification (or equivalent). - Experience working in a nursery or early years setting. - Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work as part of a team and independently. What We Offer: - Competitive salary and benefits. - Opportunities for professional development and training. - A supportive and friendly work environment. - The chance to make a positive impact on children’s lives. Application Process: To apply, please send your CV.

Would you like to work in a Children’s home that makes a positive, lasting impact on children’s lives? Do you have great team-leading skills? Do you have a passion for working with children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties, including mental health, learning difficulties and neurodiverse needs? If your answer is yes, Hays Children Homes are seeking a Team Leader, who will be an integral part of the team, placing children at the heart of everything we do. Responsibilities of the role: Ensuring a high standard of care and support is available to each child whilst on duty Ensuring all practices in place are in line with the requirements of current legislation and the expectations of the relevant regulatory bodies Hold an active role in the induction, supervision, training, and appraisal of the support staff you hold responsibility for Actively working with senior to promote safe practices in positive handling, ensuring matters such as routine check-ups and appointments are maintained On occasion you may be required to provide cover for the Homes Deputy Manager, under the direction of the management team. Be an appropriate role model for staff and children at all times Completing and maintaining relevant trainings, such as safeguarding Requirements for the role: A minimum of 2 Years's childcare experience Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent Must have a passion for supporting young people Must be aged 22 or over, with at least 2 years' experience in a residential setting. Hours: 36 hrs. p/w Pay: Up to 35k p/a depending on experience, (+ sleep in shift allowance) Access to the workplace pension scheme. If you want to develop your career and make a real difference to a child or young person's life, apply to be a Team Leader with Hays Children’s Homes today. The recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce, with appropriate vetting procedures. Successful applicants will be appointed, subject to references and an enhanced DBS check. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: Up to £35,000.00 per year Ability to commute/relocate: Bromley, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Do you hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent? Do you have at least 2 years experience in residential childcare? Work Location: In person

Job description We are highly focussed on development and safety but also vitally important to us, is that our children have an enjoyable learning experience. We provide a caring, secure environment through individual attention and group activities and to organise an appropriate range of leisure activities for children between the ages of 3 to 11. Main Responsibilities: Delivery of After School Provision - To lead, manage and deliver quality childcare provision in a safe, fun and learning environment, to lead the Playworker team to fulfil the aims and vision of Beams of Light. - To manage, lead and motivate a team of playworkers to the deliver safe, creative and stimulating play activities to meet the needs of children aged between 3 and 11 years of age. - To endeavour to meet the individual needs of all the children attending the club and to provide a warm and caring environment. - Supervise children in all aspects of their play, indoors and outdoors, on and off site (including external trips). - Develop positive relationships with children and meet their individual needs. - Provide full care for the children including delivery of children to school, collection from school and the safe delivery to parents and/or named carers. - Act as Key worker and ensure all staff complete EYFS learning journeys competently. - Administer First Aid as appropriate. - Maintain a safe and secure environment by carrying out safety checks and report problems and risks to the centre manager and premises officer. As agreed with the centre manager to ensure day to day maintenance is upheld. - Prepare healthy snacks in accordance with the settings healthy eating policy and meet the required standards of hygiene, health & safety. - Establish good relationships with parents and the local school encouraging two-way communication, feedback and dealing with complaints. - Undertake cleaning and tidying duties and ensure rotas are adhered to. - Ensure equality and diversity is encouraged and observed by all playworkers and children attending the setting. Management and Administration - Lead staff meetings ensuring every member of the team has an equal voice to put forward ideas for activities, trips, themed days, fundraising events, and service improvement. - Undertake administration duties to support the management committee including staff appraisal, disciplinaries, performance reviews, record keeping and petty cash control. - To effectively manage the occupancy levels of the after school club, managing the registers, waiting list and offering childcare places. Promoting and marketing Beams of Light effectively to maintain occupancy. - Be aware of all up to date Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity practices and put into practice within the setting. - To act as the SENCO lead when the centre manager is not present. - To act as the Child Protection lead when the centre manager is not present. - To ensure all fire and safety checks are completed daily and ensure practice fire drills are rehearsed on a regular basis. - To ensure that adequate standards of hygiene are maintained throughout the after school club. - Develop professional working relationships with the school, all relevant professionals and authorities including the local authority and Ofsted - Maintain all records relating to the management of the setting ensuring confidentiality and data protection of the children, families, staff and committee. - Undertake training as required by the organisation or registering authority and contribute to professional development. - Ensure all staff complete mandatory training and that staff are encouraged to keep a reflective portfolio. - Be part of the recruitment team and ensure new staff receive a thorough and welcoming induction. - Work within agreed policies and guidelines and work within an equal opportunities framework. Ensure the setting is kept up to date with new legislation and guidance on managing an after school care setting, Ofsted and charity commission legislation. Qualification preference: Safeguarding training/ Child Protection First Aid Training Health and Safety Food Hygiene Salary - £18 an hour, 3 hours a day Location - Magdalen Road, London (Beatrix Potter School) Contract Type - Permanent, Part time, Employed Weekly hours - 15 hours per week Operates - from 2:45pm to 6pm daily - Term Time Only Applications will be considered as they are received. Interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close the adverts early for example, where we received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post. Job Type: Part-time Pay: £18.00 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: DBS (preferred) Safeguarding Certificate (preferred) Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (preferred) First Aid Certification (preferred) Paediatric First Aid Certification (preferred) NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (required) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 14/10/2024

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursery Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care and education to children, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment that supports their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will work closely with other staff members to foster a positive learning experience for the children and maintain strong communication with parents. Key Responsibilities: • Childcare and Education: • Plan and deliver a variety of activities and learning experiences that align with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. • Support children’s development in a safe and secure environment, catering to individual needs and promoting inclusivity. • Monitor and assess children’s progress, keeping accurate records and sharing updates with parents and caregivers. • Safety and Wellbeing: • Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children, adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures. • Implement hygiene and safety practices such as proper handwashing, meal/snack preparation, and emergency procedures. • Administer first aid when necessary, and promptly report any concerns or incidents. • Teamwork and Collaboration: • Work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive work environment. • Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and continuous professional development activities. • Parental Engagement: • Build strong relationships with parents, providing feedback on their child’s development, achievements, and any concerns. • Respond to parents’ queries and concerns in a professional and timely manner. • Administrative Duties: • Maintain records of children’s daily activities and development milestones. • Assist with the preparation and tidying up of the nursery environment, ensuring all resources are clean, well-maintained, and safe for use.

To deliver and ensure a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years. To manage the day to day activities of the setting. To ensure that the preschool nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others. To developing partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child's development. To manage other staff within the preschool nursery.