Third In Charge
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
- Cambridgeshire
- £31,024 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary: From £31,024 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)
Location: CambridgeWe have a very exciting opportunity for a full time, qualified Nursery Third In Charge to join our Bright Horizons Little DISCoveries Nursery and Preschool ready for its grand opening in September 2024!The nursery is a 126 place setting and forms part of a brand new amenities building. The building also has a gym and café (both of which will be available to Bright Horizons colleagues working in the nursery).Children will have access to 8 age-appropriate rooms, all of which open onto a courtyard garden, plus a separate wellness garden and a multi-function room equipped with multi-media technology.We have several other Bright Horizons settings in close proximity, meaning you will be able to join us before the nursery opens if you would like to, and work in another setting until the opening later in the yearWhat we can offer youOur benefits include, but are not limited to;Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviewsDiscounted childcare of 50% for first childUp to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional daysSmart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health supportFinancial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days outDevelopment programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseriesAccess to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into nursery managementEmployee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’sHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingWhy Bright Horizons?We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!What you’ll be doingLead, mentor and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education to all children in our careWhen required, act as Designated Safeguarding Lead at the nursery, holding overall responsibility for the day to day running of the nursery and management of safeguarding and child protection policiesDevelop and maintain strong partnerships with colleagues, parents and/or carers, as well as other professionals, to meet the needs of each childWork collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe working environmentPromote the nursery to both current parents, and potential customers, to support retention and ongoing occupancy growthEnsure commercial success of the nursery by maintaining expenditure inline FTEs and budget KPIsEngage with the Local Authority to understand the local offer, to support practice in all areas of the nurseryWhat we’re looking forFull and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)Previous experience working within an Early Years setting - ideally as a Third in Charge, Room Leader, Early Years Educator or similarConfident decision maker, with previous experience providing support and leadership to others to enable staff in fulfilling their roles and responsibilitiesStrong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with childrenAbility to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parentsAbility to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adultsBright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.We look forward to receiving your application!If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.