Job Description

Brand new nursery in Brighton

Pumpkin Patch is a family-owned company that operates six nurseries in the South Coast. Our purpose is to ensure children have the best start in life through outstanding education and care. At Pumpkin Patch we aim to create an environment where children can achieve, belong and thrive. We are inspired by the Reggio Emilia and Scandinavian Forest School approaches and are looking for someone who shares the same passion.

This role requires a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Child Care and Education or equivalent, recent experience working in a Good or Outstanding nursery setting as a Lead or Senior, a strong and confident understanding of the EYFS and Ofsted requirements as well as the welfare standards, ability to coach and mentor staff, especially new staff and students and a genuine passion for giving children the best possible start in life

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What we offer

Paid breaks Flexible working Discounted childcare Annual pay enhancements Real living wage employer Bonus and voucher schemes Company-funded qualifications Two-week induction programme Educational tours to Italy and Iceland Summer and Christmas social events Christmas to new years off every year Charity of the year and fundraising activities Mental health and wellbeing representatives Paid overtime up to 5 hours per week then TOIL In-house workshops for continuous development Participation in nursery outings such as beach school

The Role of a Pumpkin Patch Lead Educator

A pedagogical lead is a highly skilled childcare professional with responsibility for the day-to-day running of their room. They perform an important role caring for children, maintaining a high-quality, stimulating learning environment, supervising staff and imparting their knowledge and skills to others. They are creative and reflective leaders who work closely with the Management Team to implement new ideas and continually improve practice. They will work closely together alongside the Atelierista, seniors, educators and apprentices to be an Outstanding Nursery.

To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children. Use their knowledge of the areas of learning and deep understanding of how children learn to provide rich, varied and imaginative experiences that enthuse, engage and motivate children. To be responsible for the welfare of all children in your designated room, organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care. To be responsible for organising transition plans for all new children and those moving rooms. To deploy staff and resources effectively, maintaining ratios in your room whilst supporting other rooms/nurseries. To be a designated safeguarding lead amongst other senior members of staff.

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Job Hours: 40 Hours Per Week (between 7.30am - 6.30pm Monday to Friday)

Salary: 30,160 - 32,240 (FTE) depending on experience and qualification.

Location: New nursery Brighton BN1 (Under 2s room and Over 2s room)

UK Level 3 Early Years Education Qualification or above (required)

Safeguarding

Pumpkin Patch Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and ensures all staff and volunteers share this commitment. Pumpkin Patch have robust safeguarding and safer recruitment policies and procedures to ensure all positions are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.

The position for which you are applying involves contact with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all subsequent amendments (England and Wales). For this position you are not entitled to withhold information about police cautions and convictions that have been made against you. Including any that would otherwise be considered 'spent' under the Act.

For further information

Please contact Lucy Dann our HR and Recruitment Administrator on 01273 568798 for further information or an application form. CV's will not be accepted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,160.00-32,240.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Referral programme Sick pay
Application question(s):

How many years' experiences do you have in a Nursery setting? Which childcare qualification do you have?
Work Location: In person