Team Leader

Job DescriptionDo you have a passion for working with young children and a desire to help them flourish in a caring and nurturing environment?Would you like the chance to bring stories to life and develop a young child’s imagination?If you would like a career in childcare then you could work with a friendly, fun, inspirational team who value every child and member of staff.Our NurseryToad Hall Nursery was established in 1998. Our 123 place nursery in Walton-on-Thames has good transport links with local bus stops. Walton-on-Thames train station is a 10 minute walk away, with Hersham train station being a 25 minute walk away. There are local convenience shops which are a 5 minute walk from the nursery.This setting is located near the heart of the town and provides a car park for the team to use. In 2017, our team were awarded a ‘Good’ OFSTED rating.Team LeaderYou’re an able and enthusiastic leader, a people person who can communicate well with others at all levels, from employees to young children. With previous experience of leading a team, you’ll have an excellent understanding of all standards and requirements that our nursery needs to comply with, including the EYFS, Ofsted and Health and Safety.Please be advised if you do not possess a full and relevant qualification or experience within the childcare sector your application will not be considered.We offer the following amazing benefits and opportunities within our established nursery group:A competitive salary package, including pension and occupational sick pay50% staff discount on childcare places25% childcare discount for one family member too!Birthday day off or Christmas shopping dayInspiring training and career development with a growing companyOpportunity to gain further qualificationsCompany Bonus SchemeEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Increasing annual leave with each complete year of service up to a maximum of 33 days (including Bank/Public Holidays)Opportunity to purchase additional HolidayPaid time off for dependentsDiscount and savings at over 1,500 retailers through PerkPalMonthly staff recognition schemeAnnual Christmas party for all Toad Hall StaffKey Tasks and responsibilities:Ensuring that the EYFS is implemented and followed throughout the team to an exemplary standard.Providing day-to-day leadership and management for the team and staff across the nursery as required.Being involved in the recruitment of staff, including but not limited to, shortlisting, interviewing and observing safer recruitment practices.Assisting in the effective use of social media and other marketing activities as required.Fulfilling the role of key person to an exemplary standard, providing a positive role model for team members.Your qualifications and experience:A full and relevant Early Years qualification – Level 3 or above.An excellent working knowledge of the EYFS and the Ofsted inspection framework.Experience of people management and dealing with employee issues.A comprehensive understanding of health and safety regulations.Working knowledge of employment legislation including equal opportunities legislation.To be fully trained in safeguarding and paediatric first aid.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
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