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Nursery Manager - Poppies Day Nursery Holmer Green Salary - £40,000 40 hours per week Rated Good by Ofsted (May 2018), Poppies Holmer Green has been providing high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years since 2015. We're looking for a passionate Nursery Manager to lead our friendly team, maintain high standards, and create a welcoming, engaging environment for children to thrive-indoors and outdoors. If you're ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome 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 Safeguarding Duty. Poppies Holmer Green 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.

Looking for a Level 3 role where you'll feel valued, supported, and part of a fantastic team? Join us at Head Start Day Nursery & Pre School - Crews Hill. Theobalds Park Road, Crews Hill, Enfield, EN2 9BD Full-time - 40 hours per week (5 days) £30,139.20 per annum Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Set in picturesque surroundings, Head Start Crews Hill Day Nursery & Pre-School is an Ofsted-rated "Good" nursery, conveniently located near Enfield Town Tube Station and Gordon Hill Mainline Station. With easy access to both the M25 and A10, as well as a spacious car park, commuting is hassle-free for our team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn up-to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members's Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Excellent Transport Links and Free Onsite Parking About our Nursery Practitioner role: To assist management in providing the highest standard of compliance, care and education for children, and effectively manage daily operations of the nursery, including positive partnerships with staff and parents. To work closely with the Room Leader and other staff members in ensuring a smooth running of the daily routine. To contribute ideas to planning ensuring the children receive high quality of learning and development. To liaise with nursery staff regarding children's specific needs and requirements. To maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment. To adhere to all Nursery policies and procedures To meet health always and safety and environmental health requirements. Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential 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 spoke to 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. Head Start Day Nursery & Pre-School 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.

Room Leader - The Coach House Day Nursery New Forest National Park Full-Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,120 per annum Step into a truly magical setting where nature meets nurturing. Nestled in the heart of the New Forest, The Coach House Day Nursery offers a warm, inspiring environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With a strong reputation - rated 9.9 on Daynurseries.co.uk and GOOD by Ofsted - we're proud of our child-centred ethos and dedicated team. Why Join Us? We value the passion and professionalism of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation, we offer a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus after just 6 months of service - a perfect time to join and be celebrated for your skills! You'll also enjoy a generous benefits package: Annual Leave : 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays Childcare Discount : 75% off nursery fees for team members Health & Wellbeing Support : Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Development : Tailored training and progression opportunities Company Pension Scheme Referral Bonuses for introducing new team members Free Onsite Parking Team Events & Celebrations throughout the year Your Role as Room Leader: Create engaging, age-appropriate experiences that support children's development Lead by example, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment Support staff with high-quality observations and updates on EyLog Champion the key person approach to build secure attachments Maintain accurate records using EyMan and ensure EYFS compliance Safeguard the wellbeing of children, staff, and families at all times What We're Looking For: Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential 1+ Year Experience in Early Years - Essential 6+ Months in a Senior Role - Desirable Strong understanding of EYFS and Ofsted standards Fluent in written and spoken English We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures. The coach house 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 Manager - CherryBrook Nursery Salary - Competitive 40 hours per week Are you a truly dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager with a heart for little ones? CherryBrook Nursery is searching for an inspiring leader to join our vibrant team full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week! If you're passionate about nurturing child development, always put children's well-being first, and are fiercely committed to upholding exceptional nursery values and curriculum standards, then we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome 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 Safeguarding Duty. CherryBrook 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.

We are looking for a passionate Room Leader / Early Years Room Leader to join the team at our Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Pre School. 16 Myrtle Avenue, Eastcote, HA4 8RZ 40 hours per week Salary - £30,929.60 per annum Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential The Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is situated on a peaceful, residential street, conveniently located between Ruislip Manor and Eastcote Train Stations. With convenient on-street parking available directly outside, our nursery is easily accessible for both staff and parents. Why Join Us? As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you'll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £1000 welcome bonus for all level 3 practitioners Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Company Pension Scheme As a Room Leader with Family first you will be responsible for: Create engaging, age-appropriate learning environments and experiences. Support children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Help staff maintain high-quality learning journals via EyLog. Lead by example with fairness and consistency. Strengthen the key person approach and identify staff training needs. Keep accurate records using EyMan and other systems. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and visitors. Comply with EYFS statutory requirements. As a Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' 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 Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where you'll be supported, appreciated and inspired every day. Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. 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. Rosewood Montessori 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.

Room Leader - Ellingham House Day Nursery Location: Ellingham Drive, near New Forest National Park Full-Time 40 hours per week Salary: £30,180 per annum Lead with heart in a truly magical setting. Ellingham House Day Nursery is nestled in a stunning Georgian country house surrounded by 2.5 acres of lush lawns and woodland. Our tranquil location offers children the chance to explore nature, climb, balance, and even care for our resident Valais Blacknose sheep - Baarbara and Soozie! With beautifully refurbished rooms and a warm, home-from-home atmosphere, we're proud to provide a nurturing space where children feel safe, supported, and inspired. Why You'll Love Working With Us: £750 Welcome Bonus to start your journey with us £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus after 6 months Generous Annual Leave : 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays 75% Childcare Discount for your own children Health & Wellbeing Support : Confidential helpline available Career Development : Tailored training and progression opportunities Company Pension Scheme Referral Bonuses for bringing great people into our team Free Onsite Parking Team Events & Celebrations throughout the year Career Progression Opportunities within a supportive and inspiring environment Your Role as Room Leader: Create engaging, age-appropriate experiences and environments for children Support children's physical, emotional, and intellectual development Lead and mentor your team, ensuring high-quality observations via EyLog Promote a strong key person approach and identify training needs Maintain accurate records using EyMan and ensure EYFS compliance Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families Act as a role model, demonstrating professionalism, consistency, and care What We're Looking For: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential 1+ Year Experience in Early Years - Essential 6+ Months in a Senior Role - Desirable Knowledge of EYFS & Ofsted standards - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures. Ellingham House 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.

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across click apply for full job details

Nursery Manager - Poppies Day Nursery Holmer Green Salary - £40,000 40 hours per week Rated Good by Ofsted (May 2018), Poppies Holmer Green has been providing high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years since 2015. We're looking for a passionate Nursery Manager to lead our friendly team, maintain high standards, and create a welcoming, engaging environment for children to thrive-indoors and outdoors. If you're ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome 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 Safeguarding Duty. Poppies Holmer Green 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.

We are currently recruiting for a Nursery Room Leader to join the team at our Woodhams Farm Day Nursery to work in our Toddlers Room. Salary: £32,560 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, 4 days a week. Woodhams Farm Day Nursery is a purpose built barn style nursery, set within an acre of land in the rural surroundings of tranquil Woodhams Farm in Kingsworthy, Winchester. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 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 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 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 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. Woodhams Farm 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.

Room Leader - Ellingham House Day Nursery Location: Ellingham Drive, near New Forest National Park Full-Time 40 hours per week Salary: £30,180 per annum Lead with heart in a truly magical setting. Ellingham House Day Nursery is nestled in a stunning Georgian country house surrounded by 2.5 acres of lush lawns and woodland. Our tranquil location offers children the chance to explore nature, climb, balance, and even care for our resident Valais Blacknose sheep - Baarbara and Soozie! With beautifully refurbished rooms and a warm, home-from-home atmosphere, we're proud to provide a nurturing space where children feel safe, supported, and inspired. Why You'll Love Working With Us: £750 Welcome Bonus to start your journey with us £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus after 6 months Generous Annual Leave : 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays 75% Childcare Discount for your own children Health & Wellbeing Support : Confidential helpline available Career Development : Tailored training and progression opportunities Company Pension Scheme Referral Bonuses for bringing great people into our team Free Onsite Parking Team Events & Celebrations throughout the year Career Progression Opportunities within a supportive and inspiring environment Your Role as Room Leader: Create engaging, age-appropriate experiences and environments for children Support children's physical, emotional, and intellectual development Lead and mentor your team, ensuring high-quality observations via EyLog Promote a strong key person approach and identify training needs Maintain accurate records using EyMan and ensure EYFS compliance Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families Act as a role model, demonstrating professionalism, consistency, and care What We're Looking For: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential 1+ Year Experience in Early Years - Essential 6+ Months in a Senior Role - Desirable Knowledge of EYFS & Ofsted standards - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures. Ellingham House 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.

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, youll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the well click apply for full job details

Nursery Room Leader Position: Full-Time 40 hours per week - £14.49 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Small People, where we care for children from 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With our spacious garden, forest school sessions, and creative hands-on activities, we provide enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow as part of our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development 3month - 1year old children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme 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. Small People 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 Room Leader Monday - Friday - Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.20 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stratford, where we care for children in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme 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. Footsteps Nursery Stratford 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 Manager - Poppies Day Nursery Holmer Green Salary - £40,000 40 hours per week Rated Good by Ofsted (May 2018), Poppies Holmer Green has been providing high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years since 2015. We're looking for a passionate Nursery Manager to lead our friendly team, maintain high standards, and create a welcoming, engaging environment for children to thrive-indoors and outdoors. If you're ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome 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 Safeguarding Duty. Poppies Holmer Green 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.

Looking for a Level 3 role where you'll feel valued, supported, and part of a fantastic team? Join us at Head Start Day Nursery & Pre School - Crews Hill. Theobalds Park Road, Crews Hill, Enfield, EN2 9BD Full-time - 40 hours per week (5 days) £30,139.20 per annum Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Set in picturesque surroundings, Head Start Crews Hill Day Nursery & Pre-School is an Ofsted-rated "Good" nursery, conveniently located near Enfield Town Tube Station and Gordon Hill Mainline Station. With easy access to both the M25 and A10, as well as a spacious car park, commuting is hassle-free for our team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn up-to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members's Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Excellent Transport Links and Free Onsite Parking About our Nursery Practitioner role: To assist management in providing the highest standard of compliance, care and education for children, and effectively manage daily operations of the nursery, including positive partnerships with staff and parents. To work closely with the Room Leader and other staff members in ensuring a smooth running of the daily routine. To contribute ideas to planning ensuring the children receive high quality of learning and development. To liaise with nursery staff regarding children's specific needs and requirements. To maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment. To adhere to all Nursery policies and procedures To meet health always and safety and environmental health requirements. Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential 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 spoke to 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. Head Start Day Nursery & Pre-School 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.