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  • Nursery Manager
    Nursery Manager
    8 days ago
    £30000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    About Us Little Garden Gate Nursery is a brand-new, boutique early years setting in the heart of Notting Hill / Kensington. We offer a warm, nurturing environment where children aged 2 years to 5 years can explore, learn, and grow through curiosity, creativity, and nature. As a small, community-focused nursery, we pride ourselves on creating a true home-from-home experience for children, families, and staff alike. About the Role We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our new setting and help bring our vision to life. This is an exciting opportunity to join from the very beginning — shaping our ethos, team, and daily practice. You’ll oversee the smooth running of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and early years education. You’ll inspire and support a small, dedicated team, and build strong relationships with families in our community. Key Responsibilities • Manage the daily operations of the nursery in line with Ofsted and EYFS requirements., • Lead, motivate, and support a small team of practitioners., • Ensure a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for all children., • Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers., • Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, and continuous improvement., • Manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively., • Promote the nursery’s values of kindness, curiosity, and community. What We’re Looking For • Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5 or above preferred)., • Previous experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager., • Excellent understanding of EYFS, Ofsted standards, and safeguarding., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • A hands-on, positive approach and genuine passion for early years education. What We Offer • Competitive salary (based on experience), • Lunch provided daily, • Ongoing training and professional development, • Supportive, family-style working environment, • Opportunity to shape and grow a new, high-quality nursery Skills • Proven management experience in a childcare or nursery setting., • Strong leadership abilities to inspire and motivate staff., • Experience working with children in a childcare or educational environment., • Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices., • Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written., • Ability to drive is advantageous for transportation needs related to nursery activities., • A nurturing attitude with a genuine passion for child development. This position is ideal for an individual who is dedicated to creating an enriching environment for young learners while effectively managing the operational aspects of a nursery setting. Job Type: Permanent

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  • Lead Robotics Teacher
    Lead Robotics Teacher
    14 days ago
    £23.75–£27.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    🚀 💡 Lead Holiday Camp Robotics Teacher Wanted – Lead, Inspire, and Code! 👩‍💻 👨‍💻 Are you a passionate educator with a knack for collaboration and a love for engineering? We’re on the hunt for a Lead Teacher to join our holiday camp roster. This role is a perfect chance to get involved in educating future leaders of the tech world outside of term time – you’ll manage and support our amazing mentors, add your own flavour to our curriculum, and teach robotics classes to young, eager minds. ✨ What You’ll Be Doing: 🧑‍🏫 Lead & Support Mentors – Ensure top-notch teaching standards, conduct reviews, and help drive our curriculum to the top. 🧑‍💻 Inspire Young Engineers – Teach engaging coding classes using tools like Lego Spike, Scratch, and MakeCode for different age ranges between 6-15. 🆘 Be the Hero – Help to create the most inclusive learning environment, ensuring no student falls out of love with STEM! 🔍What We’re Looking For: ✅ Enhanced DBS-checked (a must!) ✅ Safeguarding and first aid-trained (a must!) ✅ Teaching qualification & experience (a must!) ✅ A degree in Education, Computer Science, or related field (preferred) ✅ Extensive experience with STEM educational tools in the classroom (e.g. Lego Spike Prime, Lego WeDo 2.0, Scratch, MakeCode, Delightex Edu) ✅ Strong organisational & communication skills ✅ A true team player who can adapt quickly ✅ Passion for coding & tech education 📍 Location: City of Westminster, London 📅 Schedule: Part-time (June - August, 40 hours per assigned week) 💰 Pay range: £950-£1100 per week (merit-based scale) If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and make an impact in the world of STEM education, we’d love to hear from you! 🎉 📬 Apply now & shape the future of young engineers!

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  • Event Manager
    Event Manager
    17 days ago
    Part-time
    London

    Join our dynamic, community-driven social enterprise dedicated to supporting young people aged 16–24 in their journey through education, employment, and personal development. As an Event Manager, you will play a crucial role in bringing our mission to life by conceptualizing, planning, and executing engaging events that empower and inspire our target demographic. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of a variety of events, including workshops, seminars, career fairs, and community engagement activities., • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless event delivery and alignment with organizational goals., • Manage event budgets, timelines, and logistics, including venue selection, vendor negotiation, and resource allocation., • Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote events and maximize attendance., • Oversee on-site event management, ensuring a positive experience for all participants and stakeholders., • Conduct post-event evaluations, gather feedback, and analyze data to measure impact and identify areas for improvement., • Maintain strong relationships with community organizations, educational institutions, and corporate partners. Requirements: • Proven experience in event management, coordination, or a related field, preferably within the non-profit or social enterprise sector., • Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with young people, partners, and team members., • A proactive and creative approach to problem-solving, with a knack for innovation., • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team., • A genuine passion for youth development and community empowerment. What We Offer: • The opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people., • Work within a supportive and mission-driven environment., • Be part of a team dedicated to fostering positive social change.

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  • Room Leader
    Room Leader
    2 months ago
    £13–£13.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Ilford

    Level 3 Nursery Room Leader Job (Toddler Room) The Level 3 Nursery Room Leader is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the toddler room within a nursery setting, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. This role involves leading a team of early years practitioners, planning and implementing age-appropriate activities, and ensuring that all practices comply with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and safeguarding requirements. Main Duties and Responsibilities • Lead and motivate a team of nursery practitioners, providing guidance, support, and supervision., • Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging learning experiences tailored to meet the developmental needs of children aged 0–5 years., • Monitor and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing information with parents and carers., • Ensure the room is organised, clean, and equipped with suitable resources, following health and safety policies at all times., • Promote positive relationships with children, parents, and staff, creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere., • Support the implementation of safeguarding and child protection policies, reporting any concerns promptly., • Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and continuous professional development opportunities. Person Specification • Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education is essential., • Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting, preferably in a supervisory or leadership role., • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and statutory requirements., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships., • Organisational skills and the ability to manage a team effectively., • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with young children. Additional Information The Level 3 Nursery Room Leader may be required to work flexible hours, including early mornings or late finishes, to suit the needs of the nursery. An enhanced DBS check and suitable references will be required for this post.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    2 months ago
    £34000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Description: Orri is an ambitious, young fast growing company committed to changing the way we treat eating disorders in the UK. The Senior Chef will provide support to the Head Chef in meal preparation and support the Head Chef in the delivery of weekly menus to support our clients treatment plans, allergies and dietary requirements. The Senior Chef will ensure that food storage and general cleaning within the kitchen area are carried out to the standard required to ensure Orri’s Food Hygiene ‘Rated 5’ is maintained, reporting any concerns or breaches in compliance to the Head Chef. Desired skills and expertise: Level 3 Food Hygiene and COSHH certificates (training can be provided if required). Previous experience within a kitchen / meal preparation setting is essential. Ability to work without direct supervision. Keen to work within a team environment. Has high level of physical stamina and ability to work consistently in a busy kitchen environment. JOB PACKAGE Salary: up to £34,000 (depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday 10.30am to 6.30pm Base: Orri UK, 14 Hallam Street, London, W1W 6JG Contract type: Permanent Annual leave: The basic annual leave entitlement in a full year is 33 days inclusive of bank holidays. Leave entitlement is pro rata where applicable. The service is closed for the Christmas and New Year period. Benefits: Working for a CQC rated 'Outstanding' service in all 5 areas Monday to Friday work pattern 33 days annual leave including bank holidays and the service closure over Christmas Significant opportunity to lead in service development and expansion with particular focus on client safety and care Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption package Enhanced disclosure check cost covered Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training Online benefits and cashback rewards schemes Contributory pension scheme with salary sacrifice options. Free Statutory and Mandatory Training Free professional development and CPD certified training Two annual corporate events plus additional ad hoc social events throughout the year Career development opportunities Our strategy The prevalence of people with a serious eating disorder requiring specialist treatment is increasing in the UK and beyond. Founded in July 2018, Orri provides an intensive day treatment programme for people aged 16+ with eating disorders, providing both a cost-effective alternative to long-stay hospitalisation as well as the opportunity for earlier intervention. Evidence strongly demonstrates that earlier intervention achieves better patient outcomes. Starting with one centre in central London and a full online service, our ambition is to grow new Orri centres across England, making intensive day treatment a new choice for those suffering with an eating disorder, their families and loved ones, and for those who commission/fund services on their behalf. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Company events Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Work Location: In person

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