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Job Title: Nursery Manager Location: Growing Together Nursery, Leytonstone Reports to: Nursery Directors Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Based on experience About Us Growing Together Nursery is a welcoming and supportive environment where children thrive, and staff grow. We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager to oversee our operations, ensuring exceptional care and early education for every child. Role Overview As Nursery Manager, you’ll lead the daily operations, manage staff, communicate with parents, and maintain compliance with all regulations. You’ll foster a nurturing environment, ensuring children’s individual needs are met while achieving educational goals. Key Responsibilities • Staff Management: Recruit, train, and supervise staff, create rotas, and provide professional development. • Childcare & Education: Implement age-appropriate curriculum, monitor progress, and ensure all children’s needs are met. • Parent Relations: Build strong relationships with parents, resolve concerns, and encourage involvement. • Compliance: Ensure the nursery meets safeguarding, health, and safety standards. • Administration: Manage budgets, financial operations, and maintain accurate records. • Facility Management: Oversee premises and resources, ensuring safety and cleanliness. Skills & Qualifications • Degree or qualification in Early Childhood Education or related field. • 3-5 years’ childcare experience, including 2+ years in management. • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. • Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and health & safety. • First Aid and Safeguarding certification (or willingness to obtain). Preferred Skills • Experience in budgeting and administration. • Knowledge of early years frameworks. • Multilingual abilities are a bonus. Benefits • Competitive salary. • Career progression and professional development opportunities. • Supportive and collaborative work environment. • Regular working hours (Monday to Friday).

Early Childhood Lead Educator o To lead, support, supervise, and inspire the staff in their room to ensure best practices with children. o Liaise frequently with the wider management team within the setting to ensure the curriculum is being implemented to a high quality. o To ensure the learning environment is well-resourced and set up to reflect an enabling environment for children. o To support and work as part of a whole team to deliver and meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage for all children. o Plan, provide, and support age-appropriate play opportunities in accordance with the curriculum and individual needs of the children in your care. o To support staff’s practice to ensure the best outcomes for children. o To ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all children in your care is being met. o To be a key person to an allocated number of children. o To observe, assess and record children’s learning and development progress. o To ensure all record keeping for a given room is kept up to date, including children’s development records, daily records, risk assessments, and accident sheets (this will also be carried out by management). o To build and maintain positive relationships with children and their parents/carers. o To adhere to and follow the setting’s policies and procedures. o To ensure confidentiality is always adhered to. o To attend team meetings, settings meetings and training days. This also includes individual Continuous Professional Development training o To liaise and work in partnership with external agencies (both statutory and voluntary) to support children within the setting as appropriate. o Hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times to ensure standards of health and safety and minimise risk. o To undertake any other duties as deemed necessary by the setting managerial team.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in EYFS and experience working with children in a nursery setting. As an Early Years Practitioner you will play a crucial role in fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children, promoting their development and well-being through engaging activities and effective communication. Duties: • Develop and implement age-appropriate educational activities that promote children's learning and development. • Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. • Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to build strong relationships and support children's individual needs. • Manage daily routines, including meal times, play sessions, and rest periods, ensuring that all activities are organised efficiently. • Observe and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate records to plan and support their development. • Collaborate with team members to create an inclusive environment that respects diversity and encourages participation from all children. • Lead group activities that promote social skills, creativity, and physical development. • Stay informed about current best practices in EYFS and participate in professional development opportunities. Requirements: • Proven experience of at least three years working with children in a childcare or nursery setting is essential. • A Level 3 qualification in Childcare is essential. • GCSE in English and Maths is essential. • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire both children and colleagues. • Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written. • A proactive drive to create engaging learning experiences for young children. • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining attention to detail. • Strong knowledge of EYFS curriculum, principles and practices. • Strong knowledge in SEND practices. • Ability to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment in line with safeguarding procedures. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on the lives of our young children and possess the necessary skills to thrive in this role, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to join our dedicated team.

IMMEDIATE START WEST NORWOOD AREA ONLY APPLY IF THESE LOCATIONS ARE SUITABLE !!!!!!!!!!! Job description Immediate start The main duties and responsibilities of the post holder are indicated below, other duties of an appropriate nature and level will also be required 1. Assist in the provision of a variety of appropriate learning opportunities for children and young people some of whom may require special attention and/or will have come from various racial, cultural and religious backgrounds. 2. Lead groups of children in specific sport, game craft and learning activities. Manage behaviours and adapt the activity to meet the needs of groups or individuals. Prepares for activities. 3. Evaluate events and activities and contribute to the development of the service including making recommendations for change and development of the activities. 4. Supervise children to ensure safe use of equipment and facility without endangering themselves or other users. 5. Check that play and learning conditions conform to the appropriate health and safety standards and are suitable for the group and activity planned. Contribute to the corporate responsibility for continuously checking that the premises, gates, etc are secure, reporting defects promptly to the leader in charge. 6. In conjunction with the leader in charge, liaise with other workers to share activities and skills to ensure a range of complementary activities are available. Support and advise less experienced workers in activities. 7. Ensure that the Young People Matter equal opportunities and standards are integrated into all aspects of the service. 8. Undertake first line child protection measures, reporting areas of concern to the senior Manager. 9. Publicise the service and special events through assisting in the production of leaflets, posters, and information bulletins. 10. Assist in maintaining contacts with teachers, parents and users of play service to increase the uptake of existing services, to design or tailor additional services to resolve problems. 11. Contribute to keeping local records appropriate to the service. 12. At the direction of the senior Manager / senior Project, support the operation of holiday clubs, including enrolment and operation. 13. Child protection · To have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by Young People Matter Policy.

Job description We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced professional to take a lead role in establishing and managing a Children’s Home. The property is a spacious five-bedroom house designed to accommodate up to three children, aged 11 to 15 with emotional difficulties, who are in need of a nurturing, safe, and structured environment. This role is ideal for someone who has previous experience in residential childcare management and is deeply committed to positively impacting young lives. Key Responsibilities - Lead the process of setting up the Children’s Home in accordance with local and national regulations and standards for children’s residential services. Ensure all aspects meet safety and regulatory standards. - Oversee all daily operations, ensuring a structured, therapeutic, and supportive environment that caters to the physical, emotional, and social needs of each child. - Recruit, train, and supervise a team of care staff. Conduct regular appraisals and support staff development to maintain a high standard of care. - Develop and oversee individualized care plans tailored to each child’s needs, monitoring progress, and adjusting as necessary. Facilitate positive activities and programs to promote growth, resilience, and independence. - Ensure safeguarding practices are followed rigorously and risk assessments are conducted regularly. Address and document any safeguarding concerns in line with best practices and legal requirements. - Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies, families, and community resources to support each child’s holistic development and social reintegration. - Manage budgets, ensure effective resource allocation, and track expenses in line with organisational guidelines. Qualifications and Experience Essential: Proven experience in managing or supervising a children’s home or similar residential care facility. In-depth knowledge of child protection, safeguarding regulations, and care standards. Qualifications in social work, child care, or a related field (e.g., NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent). Strong understanding of the challenges facing children aged 11–15, particularly those in care. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable: Experience working with children with behavioral or emotional challenges. Familiarity with local authority procedures and regulatory bodies. Benefits: - continuous growth: access ongoing training and development - ⁠Ofsted Outstanding Bonus - ⁠we cover the cost of your DBS check Attributes Empathy and resilience Exceptional leadership and organisational skills Strong decision-making ability and problem-solving mindset Passionate about child welfare and personal development Application Process To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an initial interview, followed by an assessment of management and child care skills. This job description should attract individuals who are experienced, qualified, and genuinely interested in improving the lives of children in a residential setting. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £40,000.00-£58,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Application deadline: 30/01/2025 Expected start date: 06/03/2025

A qualified and passionate level 3 is urgently required to lead our fast growing baby room. Regard for EYFS and to work under Ofsted ruling is essential. Having a high regard for safeguarding and children’s well being is essential. An y to date DBS is required with two sound references.

Boom Sports delivers fun, active, and educational childcare schemes for children in primary schools across West London. We’re looking for enthusiastic, confident, and versatile Activity Leaders to join our team! As an Activity Leader, you will play a key role in creating exciting experiences for children aged 4-11 years. This role involves leading and assisting in a variety of activities, including sports, active games, arts & crafts, word games, number games, and more, both indoors and outdoors. Session Hours: Monday to Friday: 3:00 - 6:00 pm (After School Care) Job Benefits: - Employment contract - Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) - Consistent work schedule and location - Regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities - Support to help you achieve personal qualifications - Hands-on management with a focus on personal development - Pension contributions - Career progression opportunities within the company - Discounts on selected products/services through our HR provider - Free access to a health and wellbeing app offering 24/7 support Essential Candidate Requirements: - Availability for the specified session hours (3:00 - 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday) - Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check (or existing certificate) - Live within 30/40 minutes of the site Desirable Skills and Qualifications: - Experience working with children - Sports coaching or childcare qualification - First Aid trained - Child Safeguarding Training If you’re passionate about inspiring children through fun, active, and learning-based activities, we’d love to hear from you!

The Rock Project, the UK & Ireland's leading rock and pop music school will be opening in early March 2025. We are currently looking for an energetic and passionate Manager to teach & inspire small groups of 7-11 & 12-18 year olds at our Canary Wharf/ Isle of Dogs school on a Saturday. The successful candidate would have good teaching experience in either electric guitar, bass guitar, drums or vocals, and a passion for teaching children aged 7+. They are required to drive to the venue and is responsible for the set up, run and logistics of the session, with help of a Session Assistant. This position involves working with children therefore the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure, or already hold one that has been issued within the last 3 years. We are looking for someone who: - Is a reliable and professional musician - Has experience and enjoys teaching children in groups of up to 5 students - Can build positive relationships with both adults and children - Has a passion for and have good knowledge of Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums or Vocals - Is outgoing, friendly, inspiring and able to lead a lesson - Has experience of leading music session within a large group setting (desirable) - Is dependable and committed to providing high quality music education - Is self-employed and hold a UTR (or can register as self-employed) - Has an enhanced DBS certificate (or willing to get one) - Has a commitment to safeguarding - Can drive, with full UK driving license Role of a Session Manager: - Assume control of the van and equipment - Drive the equipment to and from the session - Set up the session in time for the start time - Run the session as stipulated by The Rock Project – 2 hours for Junior Session and 2 hours for Senior Session - Deal with any parent queries at the session, anything ‘admin’ is to be referred to the franchisee - Pack down the gear with care into the van - Report any broken equipment to the franchisee They will also be expected to: - Plan each session and write a schedule of songs for upcoming weeks/ term - Liaise and take charge of the tutors via the Whatsapp tutor group - Mark the quizzes each week - Print out both quiz tables and any new student registration forms (this will be emailed to you) - Provide welcome pack and reg form for new students’ parent when they arrive - Catch up with tutors about how lessons have gone and report back any problems/disruptive students to the franchisee - Be aware of The Rock Project child protection policy during the group hour. Watch out for any students who are struggling. Keep on top of any safeguarding matters. - RUN A GOOD SESSION! Keep it light and fun for all the students! Equipment provided. Salary: £120 per day plus bonus scheme

Sous Chef Job description PURPOSE OF THE POST: •To motivate and lead a team to serve fresh interesting and nutritious school meals. •To manage the team day to day following school procedures and policies •To make meals within budget and which meet Government and the Schools standards at all times. •To assist in developing a food and cookery curriculum for the school, working on highly aspirational food related projects for the school. •To maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area. •To undertake day to day supervision of the kitchen team, supported by the Executive Chef Main duties and responsibilities: •Prepare fresh fish, fresh meat, bake fresh breads and pastries. •Prepare meals in accordance with an agreed seasonal 2-week menu cycle and change. •Prepare menu in accordance with the school food standards allowing for allergen issues. •Ensure full adherence to recipes, food presentation standards and portion control. •Ensure team actively engage with pupils on service- encouraging them to try new foods, praising them and fostering a positive food culture •Have a working knowledge of multiple cooking methods and an understanding of correct cooking procedures such as blanching, and refreshing, searing, grilling and steaming •Undertake weekly menu planning ensuring that there is variety in the chosen meals and portion control. •Prepare meals to meet specific dietary and cultural requirements. •Ensure freezer and fridge temperatures logs are maintained on a daily basis. •Be responsible for monitoring of food hygiene and safety measures. •Check supplier delivery notes against orders and report discrepancies. •Undertake stock taking monthly maintaining food stock levels and checking of dates. •Order groceries monthly and other supplies according to the menu. •Maintain a weekly and monthly cleaning regime for all the kitchen equipment. •Take part in meetings and training organised and lead training where required, with support •Check and monitor stock in the kitchen and report excess food items. •Work as part of a team to deliver the best for pupils, which may include setting up the dining area, covering colleague’s duties etc to make sure service is smooth General requirements •Take part in the school’s performance management system. •Enhanced DBS Check. •Strong commitment to furthering equalities in both service delivery and employment practice. •You must promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young and vulnerable people that you are responsible for or come into contact with. •Ability to adhere to staff expectations and policies across the school •Ability to communicate effectively with pupils and staff, creating a culture of teamwork •Ability to use technology to communicate with staff/colleague

Require level 3 in childcare or playwork. Experience in leading a staff team and group of children aged 4yrs to 11yrs in a school setting. Experience in planning creative playwork environment with safeguarding underpinning practice.