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Planning Development Manager (Highways) The Local Plans & Strategic Development team, where the role is based, support the planning process in terms of identification of the most sustainable sites for growth and support the evolution of those sites through the master-planning process/pre-application process. You will be part of a wider team that also deals with Development Management and is the home to head of profession who are focussed on influencing the design of places which encourage active and sustainable travel. This role focuses on supporting housing and infrastructure development from a transport planning perspective, with involvement in major strategic sites (for example - ranging from 300 to 10,000+ homes, as well as retail parks and large-scale applications). Your role is not just technical; it plays a critical role in shaping sustainable development plans from big picture perspective, considering wider planning impacts such as drainage, transport access, and the liveability of future communities. As Cities & Places, we create thriving places across different scales: from regions to cities, neighbourhoods to individual buildings, by offering an integrated design approach. We have a tremendous opportunity to build upon strength to develop an interdisciplinary planning, design and delivery practice that is uniquely Jacobs, that sets the direction for the industry and is home to the very best and brightest design thinkers, disruptors, technical experts, visionaries and storytellers. A key part of the role will be evaluating the suitability of development locations, negotiating with and managing multiple stakeholders, and ensuring responses are aligned with the county council's objectives. This position will require strong relationship-building, negotiation skills, and awareness of the political environment. Working collaboratively with Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) and its supply chain, Jacobs provides program / asset management and technical support to the Highway and Environmental service - to protect and maximize value from HCC's £8 billion of highway, structures, and environmental assets. Responsibilities will include: • Support the Local Plan and Strategic Development Team in leading the One Service approach to Place Making., • Work closely with the Strategy and Programme Managers to develop programmes of work, manage the communications with Local Planning Authorities (LPAs) and external partners while supporting the Local Plan process., • Support the development of master plans for strategic developments ensuring the Highways interests are represented at an early stage, • Contribute to the team, and the unit, in terms of researching and sharing best practice, developing new ideas and supporting the development of members of the team. We work exclusively for Hertfordshire County Council acting as the Highway Authority in its role as statutory consultee. The Local Plans & Strategic Development team, where the role is based, support the planning process in terms of identification of the most sustainable sites for growth and support the evolution of those sites through the master-planning process/pre-application process. * A relevant degree (e.g. Geography, Planning or Engineering) or suitable relevant experience. • An interest in transport, planning, and/or sustainable development issues., • Confident interpersonal and communication skill - ability to work effectively with people at all levels in the organisation, manage conflict and build connections. Ideally, we are looking for strong relationship builder with strong Urban/ Transport / Highway or similar planning awareness, including knowledge of local plans, urban planning principles, place-making, and national policy frameworks like the NPPF (National Planning Policy Framework). The successful candidate will require to be sensitive to political dynamics, able to engage with elected members, and respond on behalf of the council in a public-facing role. #LI-DA1 Stevenage|Hertfordshire|United Kingdom London|Greater London|United Kingdom Planning and Consulting Cities & Places

Acre Wood Day Nursery Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV. Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Working either 4 days per week (36 hours) or 5 days per week (40 Hours) Salary: £27,060.80 + £750 joing bonus + £400 Qualification Bonus: We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, we’re excited to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition bonus to all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries. This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions. (based on a 40hr working week, bonus will be pro-rota for part time staff) Acre Wood Day Nursery have the opportunity for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to come and join their team. This role is working 36 hours per week across 4 days or 40 hours across 5 days. We are looking for someone who puts the children at the heart of everything they do, who is able to join us in delivering our ethos and curriculum. Be a part of a staff team who OFSTED say "warm and nurturing interactions from staff help support children in feeling safe and secure. Staff have the same high expectations and ambitions for all children. They have adopted a curriculum that is based on children's individual interests and what they already know and can do." Come and join us today to be apart of positive and flourishing tomorrows. Our nursery is open from 7:30am - 18:00pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Nursery Practitioner main duties and responsibilities*: * • Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development., • Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met., • Ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery and promote these daily in every routine., • Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery, and the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families., • Maintain strictly professional relationships and report any complaints or concerns to management in accordance with company policy and procedures., • Facilitate a strong key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and cover all children daily when colleagues are absent, • Attend regular team meetings to ensure that you remain updated on key priorities, changes, developments and regularly review company policies and procedures. *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements and skills: * • Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification – essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English - essential, • Over 1 year’s experience of working in Early Years - desirable, • Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: * • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays, • Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s, • Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid trained staff., • Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, • Company Pension Scheme, • Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and if they are successful receive a cash bonus., • On-Site Parking / Free Parking We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acre Wood Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group

Nursery: Acre Wood Day Nursery, 47 Hospital Road, Arlesey, SG15 6RH Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application. Salary: £26,280.80 per annum Hours: 38 Hours Per Week , Monday to Friday We are currently recruiting for a Third in Charge to join our Acre wood Day Nursery. The Nursery is located on Hospital Road, based in Arlesey, Bedfordshire. The nursery is perfectly located for colleagues from Arlesey, Fairfield Park, Stotfold, Letchworth, Hitchin and the surrounding areas. We are only a few minutes from Arlesey railway station where trains run direct to London and Peterborough. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: * • £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!*, • Generous Annual Leave: 20 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!, • Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones, • Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline, • Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities, • Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme* *Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. As a Third in Charge you will help: * • Lead the staff to deliver and ensure all children receive quality care, help extend the child’s learning., • Create, plan, and implement activities and experience which help support all aspects of the EYFS., • You will be responsible for opening and closing the nursery and will be required to cover for the Manager and Deputy Manager in their absence., • Create and execute educational programmes suited to different ages, supporting early childhood growth., • Oversee and mentor nursery staff, offering guidance and training when needed., • Build and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues through effective communication, • Planning and preparing activities to develop all aspects of the child's individual development in a stimulating atmosphere, within the Early Years Foundation Stage., • Plan activities that inspire creativity, encourage social interaction, and promote physical development., • Ensure all health and safety regulations are met, alongside safeguarding policies. Third in Charge requirement and skills: * • Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential, • Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential, • Over 6 months’ experience working in a senior position - Desirable, • Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable, • Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acre Wood Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Acre Wood Day Nursery Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered. Room Leader – Babies (0-18 months) | Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week Salary: £28,267.20 per annum + £750 joining bonus + Qualification Bonus: We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, we’re excited to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition bonus to all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries. Level 3 Childcare Qualification essential Acre Wood Day Nursery are looking for a Room Leader to come and join the Baby Room team working with our 0-18 month old children. Our baby room has up to 9 children per day and as a leader within our team you will be working alongside passionate, friendly and welcoming staff. Our Baby Room has a total of 3 members of who work with our children and families on a personal, bespoke basis ensuring all children can flourish and achieve in our care. What our parents say: “My daughter absolutely loves it there! The staff is super friendly and really make it feel like a second home for the children. They have fun activities that keep her engaged, and I love seeing her come home excited about what she learned.” Our nursery is open from 7.30am-6.00pm - Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year and your shift pattern would be between these times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities*: * • Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development, • Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development, • Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality, • Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency, • Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff, • Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file, • Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times, • Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Room Leader requirement and skills: * • Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential, • Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential, • Over 6 months’ experience working in a senior position - Desirable, • Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable, • Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: * • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays, • Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s, • Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid trained staff., • Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, • Company Pension Scheme, • Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and if they are successful receive a cash bonus., • On-Site Parking / Free Parking We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acre Wood Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Acre Wood Day Nursery Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV. Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Working either 4 days per week (36 hours) or 5 days per week (40 Hours) Salary: £27,060.80 + £750 joing bonus + £400 Qualification Bonus: We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, we’re excited to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition bonus to all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries. This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions. (based on a 40hr working week, bonus will be pro-rota for part time staff) Acre Wood Day Nursery have the opportunity for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to come and join their team. This role is working 36 hours per week across 4 days or 40 hours across 5 days. We are looking for someone who puts the children at the heart of everything they do, who is able to join us in delivering our ethos and curriculum. Be a part of a staff team who OFSTED say "warm and nurturing interactions from staff help support children in feeling safe and secure. Staff have the same high expectations and ambitions for all children. They have adopted a curriculum that is based on children's individual interests and what they already know and can do." Come and join us today to be apart of positive and flourishing tomorrows. Our nursery is open from 7:30am - 18:00pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Nursery Practitioner main duties and responsibilities*: * • Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development., • Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met., • Ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery and promote these daily in every routine., • Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery, and the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families., • Maintain strictly professional relationships and report any complaints or concerns to management in accordance with company policy and procedures., • Facilitate a strong key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and cover all children daily when colleagues are absent, • Attend regular team meetings to ensure that you remain updated on key priorities, changes, developments and regularly review company policies and procedures. *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements and skills: * • Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification – essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English - essential, • Over 1 year’s experience of working in Early Years - desirable, • Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: * • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays, • Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s, • Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid trained staff., • Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, • Company Pension Scheme, • Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and if they are successful receive a cash bonus., • On-Site Parking / Free Parking We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acre Wood Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators! Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly. We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: * • Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle., • Simplicity: Easily manage your shifts and pay using our user-friendly app - designed to make your work life hassle-free., • Variety: Choose the option that suits you best, whether that’s focusing on one nursery or covering multiple locations locally., • Growth: Enhance your skills with our training and development plans, plus access internal opportunities such as apprenticeships and permanent roles., • Recognition: Look forward to weekly pay and the chance to shine as our Flex Colleague of the Month., • Support: Enjoy a comprehensive induction, uniform, and ongoing training - with a dedicated Flex Partner as your point of contact for any support you need. What The Role Involves: * • Essential Cover: Step in to ensure that daily tasks such as hygiene maintenance and room setup are completed to the highest standards in our nurseries., • Engage and Educate: Work closely with your colleagues to implement the EYFS, using fun, interactive activities to spark children’s curiosity and learning., • Prioritise Safety: Uphold robust safeguarding measures while always maintaining health and safety standards., • Foster a Nurturing Environment: Collaborate with your team to create a cheerful, secure, and welcoming space where every child feels valued. Who We’re Looking For: * • Experience & Qualifications: We welcome candidates with a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (e.g., NVQ, CACHE or BTEC), ensuring a strong foundation in early years practices., • Safeguarding: You must be committed to child protection and have a solid understanding of safeguarding practices to ensure a safe, nurturing environment., • Communication: You should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents, and colleagues in both written and spoken English., • Passion: We’re looking for someone who is empathetic, energetic, and driven to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children. Apply Today! Take the next step and explore a role that fits your lifestyle while making a positive impact on children’s lives. Apply now, and our recruitment team will guide you through the process. We look forward to welcoming you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty. Family First Group take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group. #FLEX

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators! Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly. We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: * • Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle., • Simplicity: Easily manage your shifts and pay using our user-friendly app - designed to make your work life hassle-free., • Variety: Choose the option that suits you best, whether that’s focusing on one nursery or covering multiple locations locally., • Growth: Enhance your skills with our training and development plans, plus access internal opportunities such as apprenticeships and permanent roles., • Recognition: Look forward to weekly pay and the chance to shine as our Flex Colleague of the Month., • Support: Enjoy a comprehensive induction, uniform, and ongoing training - with a dedicated Flex Partner as your point of contact for any support you need. What The Role Involves: * • Essential Cover: Step in to ensure that daily tasks such as hygiene maintenance and room setup are completed to the highest standards in our nurseries., • Engage and Educate: Work closely with your colleagues to implement the EYFS, using fun, interactive activities to spark children’s curiosity and learning., • Prioritise Safety: Uphold robust safeguarding measures while always maintaining health and safety standards., • Foster a Nurturing Environment: Collaborate with your team to create a cheerful, secure, and welcoming space where every child feels valued. Who We’re Looking For: * • Experience & Qualifications: We welcome candidates with a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (e.g., NVQ, CACHE or BTEC), ensuring a strong foundation in early years practices., • Safeguarding: You must be committed to child protection and have a solid understanding of safeguarding practices to ensure a safe, nurturing environment., • Communication: You should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents, and colleagues in both written and spoken English., • Passion: We’re looking for someone who is empathetic, energetic, and driven to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children. Apply Today! Take the next step and explore a role that fits your lifestyle while making a positive impact on children’s lives. Apply now, and our recruitment team will guide you through the process. We look forward to welcoming you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty. Family First Group take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group. #FLEX

Acre Wood Day Nursery Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered. Room Leader – Babies (0-18 months) | Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week Salary: £28,267.20 per annum + £750 joining bonus + Qualification Bonus: We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, we’re excited to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition bonus to all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries. Level 3 Childcare Qualification essential Acre Wood Day Nursery are looking for a Room Leader to come and join the Baby Room team working with our 0-18 month old children. Our baby room has up to 9 children per day and as a leader within our team you will be working alongside passionate, friendly and welcoming staff. Our Baby Room has a total of 3 members of who work with our children and families on a personal, bespoke basis ensuring all children can flourish and achieve in our care. What our parents say: “My daughter absolutely loves it there! The staff is super friendly and really make it feel like a second home for the children. They have fun activities that keep her engaged, and I love seeing her come home excited about what she learned.” Our nursery is open from 7.30am-6.00pm - Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year and your shift pattern would be between these times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities*: * • Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development, • Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development, • Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality, • Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency, • Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff, • Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file, • Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times, • Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Room Leader requirement and skills: * • Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential, • Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential, • Over 6 months’ experience working in a senior position - Desirable, • Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable, • Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: * • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays, • Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s, • Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid trained staff., • Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, • Company Pension Scheme, • Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and if they are successful receive a cash bonus., • On-Site Parking / Free Parking We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acre Wood Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Nursery: Acre Wood Day Nursery, 47 Hospital Road, Arlesey, SG15 6RH Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application. Salary: £26,280.80 per annum Hours: 38 Hours Per Week , Monday to Friday We are currently recruiting for a Third in Charge to join our Acre wood Day Nursery. The Nursery is located on Hospital Road, based in Arlesey, Bedfordshire. The nursery is perfectly located for colleagues from Arlesey, Fairfield Park, Stotfold, Letchworth, Hitchin and the surrounding areas. We are only a few minutes from Arlesey railway station where trains run direct to London and Peterborough. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: * • £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!*, • Generous Annual Leave: 20 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!, • Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones, • Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline, • Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities, • Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme* *Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. As a Third in Charge you will help: * • Lead the staff to deliver and ensure all children receive quality care, help extend the child’s learning., • Create, plan, and implement activities and experience which help support all aspects of the EYFS., • You will be responsible for opening and closing the nursery and will be required to cover for the Manager and Deputy Manager in their absence., • Create and execute educational programmes suited to different ages, supporting early childhood growth., • Oversee and mentor nursery staff, offering guidance and training when needed., • Build and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues through effective communication, • Planning and preparing activities to develop all aspects of the child's individual development in a stimulating atmosphere, within the Early Years Foundation Stage., • Plan activities that inspire creativity, encourage social interaction, and promote physical development., • Ensure all health and safety regulations are met, alongside safeguarding policies. Third in Charge requirement and skills: * • Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential, • Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential, • Over 6 months’ experience working in a senior position - Desirable, • Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable, • Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acre Wood Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Nursery: Acre Wood Day Nursery, Arlesey Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application. Salary: £13.00 per hour Hours: 25 hours per week, 9.00am-2.00pm Monday- Friday Acre Wood Day Nursery is on the lookout for a committed and enthusiastic Kitchen Chef to become apart of the kitchen team. The ideal candidate will support in preparing nutritious meals for children and will gain valuable experience in food preparation, kitchen operations, and hygiene standards. We are currently seeking a Nursery Chef to join our team. This full-time role offers 40 hours per week, with flexible shift patterns between 7:30 AM and 6:30 PM. Please note that this is a full-year position, as the nursery operates year-round, and is not term-time only. Why Join us: At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: * • Annual Leave: Starting at 20 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays., • Health and Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline., • Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth and progression., • Company Pension: Secure your future with our competitive pension scheme!, • Referral Program: Earn bonuses for bringing great new colleagues into our family!, • Company Events: Enjoy team-building activities, social gatherings, and special celebrations!, • Career Progression Opportunities! As Nursery Chef, you will: * • Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements; complete the Kitchen Hygiene Checklist each month, and ensure that the Cleaning Schedule is complete and adhered to, being regularly updated and displayed prominently in the kitchen, • Ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery and kitchen, • The nursery staff will tell you each day of the numbers to cater for; prepare and cook enough age-appropriate food (cooked as near to the point of service as possible) for all the children on a daily basis, with minimum wastage, • Take responsibility to make sure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teams, • Ensure that dietary requirements and personal care routines are adhered to at all times, including the robust measures around the Red, Amber and Green plate procedures, • Work in co-operation and partnership with the Nursery team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet, • Ensure that budgetary requirements are met through careful planning of all food orders As Nursery Chef, you will need: * • Able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements around food allergies - essential, • Sound Knowledge of COSHH - essential, • Able to work to a catering budget, in a manner that avoids fluctuating standards of food service - essential, • Experience and qualified to the appropriate level in any role which involves cooking in domestic or commercial property - essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English at GCSE grade C (or equivalent) - essential, • Experienced and passionate about any role that involves cooking for young children – desirable We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acre Wood Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Acre Wood Day Nursery Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV. Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Working either 4 days per week (36 hours) or 5 days per week (40 Hours) Salary: £27,060.80 + £750 joing bonus + £400 Qualification Bonus: We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, we’re excited to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition bonus to all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries. This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions. (based on a 40hr working week, bonus will be pro-rota for part time staff) Acre Wood Day Nursery have the opportunity for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to come and join their team. This role is working 36 hours per week across 4 days or 40 hours across 5 days. We are looking for someone who puts the children at the heart of everything they do, who is able to join us in delivering our ethos and curriculum. Be a part of a staff team who OFSTED say "warm and nurturing interactions from staff help support children in feeling safe and secure. Staff have the same high expectations and ambitions for all children. They have adopted a curriculum that is based on children's individual interests and what they already know and can do." Come and join us today to be apart of positive and flourishing tomorrows. Our nursery is open from 7:30am - 18:00pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Nursery Practitioner main duties and responsibilities*: * • Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development., • Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met., • Ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery and promote these daily in every routine., • Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery, and the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families., • Maintain strictly professional relationships and report any complaints or concerns to management in accordance with company policy and procedures., • Facilitate a strong key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and cover all children daily when colleagues are absent, • Attend regular team meetings to ensure that you remain updated on key priorities, changes, developments and regularly review company policies and procedures. *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements and skills: * • Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification – essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English - essential, • Over 1 year’s experience of working in Early Years - desirable, • Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: * • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays, • Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s, • Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid trained staff., • Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, • Company Pension Scheme, • Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and if they are successful receive a cash bonus., • On-Site Parking / Free Parking We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acre Wood Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group

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