Total 12 Manager job vacancies in Colchester, CO4 5JL

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Our client is a growing engineering design and manufacturing business. They provide custom components for leading companies in industries such as Water, Waste Water and Marine. They are currently looking for an experienced QHS&E Manager to oversee all Health, Safety, Environment and Quality processes.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 standards and Health and Safety Regulations.
• Look after approvals and first off article inspections.
• Act as the main point of contact for customer audits and external assessments
• Develop and implement procedures to monitor the performance of the QMS, manage internal audits and process safety incidents.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on both quality and health safety matters

Experience and Skills:

• Experience of working in a Quality led environment.
• Experience of a manufacturing /production environment ideally engineering and or electronics.
• Understanding of hazardous area quality systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 would be a strong advantage.

Working hours: 7.30am to 4.30pm (Monday - Thursday) 7.30am to 1.30pm on Friday

Remuneration & Benefits:

• £40,000 - £50,000
• 10% pension contribution
• Death in Service
• Bonus Scheme
• EAP
• Corporate eyecare scheme,
• Paid volunteer leave,
• Generous discount package through Reward Gateway
• Free fruit
• Company social & fundraising events

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Title: Technical Services Workshop Manager (Breathing Apparatus)

Contract: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: Grade 8: £40,476 – £43,693 per annum

Location: Fleet Workshops, Lexden

Closing date: Sunday 8th December 2024

The Role

You will be part of our Technical Services Team reporting to our Head of Technical Services. You will lead our busy Technical Services Workshop Team, responsible for the effective running of the Technical Services Workshop. You must have a full driving licence as you will be required to attend other sites within Essex County Fire and Rescue Service as necessary. This role is based in our Technical Services Workshop and due to the nature of the role does not support remote working.

Please Note: this role is currently based at Lexden with a planned re-location to Service HQ at Kelvedon Park in the future.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

general manager | full time

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. with over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a general manager to join us on our continuous journey to nourish us all from bowl, to soul

the role |

as a general manager, you’ll inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests, keeping expectations + standards high. you will be continuously coaching + developing your team to be the best they can be whilst driving your restaurant performance and deliver amazing results

if you |

• prioritise cultivating a positive + inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. your ability to influence and empower emerging leaders shines through as you provide brilliant training, coaching, and mentorship
• are dedicated to excellence in guest experience, you ensure that every interaction reflects exceptional service, whether through your own efforts or by equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset
• have strong financial acumen encompasses budgeting, inventory management, labour management, and strategic marketing. you meticulously analyse data to drive key business decisions and embody a culture of continuous improvement
• focus on building and nurturing your team, from recruitment to ongoing development, you are committed to fostering personal and professional growth among your team members
• you care about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong, allowing them to nourish + flourish in their role and career
• a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions

then we’d love to hear from you

wok’s in it for you |

• bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• private medical insurance
• free food on shift – yes anything from our menu! plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends + family
• an industry leading family friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• wagamama parties throughout the year with vip guests
• be known nationwide as a love above the door legend – our national recognition programme

in addition to this, we offer all the usual such as, pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail + leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships + long service awards

be you be wagamama

wagamama is proudly part of disability confident

EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
Energise Your Career, Accelerate a Net-Zero Future #RenewablesJobs

The opportunity

As an Asset Manager, you will take on a key role in managing and optimizing the performance of our renewable energy assets, ensuring they operate in line with our business plan and strategic objectives. By working closely with Operations and Maintenance (O&M) providers, you’ll drive efficiency, maximize returns, and unlock opportunities for continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will span operational, commercial, and financial aspects of a diverse portfolio of renewable technologies, where your expertise and proactive approach will contribute to their success.
We’re on an exciting journey to establish ourselves as a distinctive and recognized leader in renewable energy across the UK and Ireland. With a bold ambition to expand our operational portfolio to around 5GW by 2030, this role offers the chance to be part of a transformative mission shaping the future of sustainable energy.
Pay, benefits and culture

If you’re looking to join a company where you can work hard, have fun, and help to create a Net Zero future – then you’re in the right place!’

Our passion for embracing new ideas and being open-minded to change helps us continue to grow successfully.

We’re committed to helping all of our people thrive during their time with us, recognising and rewarding every person for their hard work and commitment.

Alongside a competitive salary, bonus, and market-leading pension scheme, we offer a range of flexible benefits and employee discounts to help you thrive across all aspects of your life. You can spend your flexible fund on the benefits that matter to you, whether that’s an electric vehicle, private healthcare, additional holiday or one or more of our other benefits.

We’ll offer you the flexibility, freedom and responsibility to make an impact in your role; whether that’s on-site, in the office or hybrid working from home.

We’re committed to championing diversity representation across gender, ethnicity, LGBT+, disability and more. This applies to all our roles, underpinned by our Everyone’s Welcome inclusion programme.We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application, making adjustments as you need.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll ensure the contractual compliance with all commercial agreements as well as stakeholder relationships to include; equity investors, OEMs, Independent Engineers, O&M providers and landowners.

- As applicable, in coordination with the O&M teams, monitor and challenge the operational performance and optimisation metrics to achieve the portfolio’s highest possible availability of generation.
- Prepare and manage internal and external forecasts, internal and external budgets, financial and operational variance reports, and other ad hoc reports as needed, relevant to their allocated sites.
- Develop & manage processes and procedures that outline the expected standards for managing the assets.
- Work with project teams during site development stages to ensure projects owner’s considerations are addressed. Assure that the project successfully transitions from the construction phase through co-ordinating operational readiness with all stakeholders.
- Facilitate collaboration amongst organisational cross-functional teams as conditions necessitate finding resolutions for any operational, financial, commercial or technical issues.
- Interface with EDF Renewables internal teams such as Performance, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Development, Operations and Maintenance to optimise major repairs, contingency plans, necessary capital investments, payback periods, project returns and life extension options.
- Profit & Loss Responsibility of assigned renewable energy assets.
- Ensuring accurate and timely management reporting across the portfolio
- Ensuring forecasts are accurate, consistent, robust and delivered in a timely manner to meet our MTP schedule.
- Assisting in designing and implementing asset management IT systems
- Maintaining data management systems.
- Maintain a healthy audit programme across all activities.
- Receiving and reviewing monthly O&M reports.
- Managing compliance with insurance policies.
- Managing compliance with other contracts such as Trade Point Control & Power Purchase Agreements and, where needed, action contractual rights (e.g. warranty claims).
- Providing support to the Development team on asset acquisitions or origination, representing Operations in taking new projects to investment decision.
- Accountable for the operational assumptions book for new sites development and conduit amongst Operations, Development and Construction to promote effective continuous improvement and embedding of operational knowledge into the newly developed sites.


What do you need to be great at this role?
University Degree qualified in either Engineering or Business discipline, but with strong experience in asset management of generation assets.

- Experience in an Energy company, Advisory or Investment group looking after a group or portfolio of assets or sites, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
- High level of numeracy and some data analytics
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrable commercial/contract management experience and understanding of contract obligations.
- Must be a team player and able to demonstrate experience successfully dealing with peers, management, cross functional groups, project stakeholders and unaffiliated third parties.
- Willingness to learn and support others with flexibility and “can do” attitude.
- Understanding of energy markets, policy & regulation and knowledge of renewable generation specific applications and opportunities.
- Able to work effectively in Microsoft software programs, including but not limited to Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Prior project management experience administering energy projects and/or project financing of renewable energy projects.
- Fast learner who is able to gain a quick understanding of operability and performance expectations of any company’ renewable energy technologies.


Closing date for applications: 5th December 2024 with interviews taking place soon after

Why EDF Renewables?

At EDF Renewables UK & Ireland we’re committed to tackling climate change. Our rapidly growing team of 500 talented people share an ambition to create a net zero future where clean, green, energy powers all our lives.

It’s a huge ambition and time is of the essence if we are to play our full part in meeting the UK and Ireland’s challenging net zero targets. With our unique mix of technologies including onshore and offshore wind, solar PV, battery storage and green hydrogen we are the UK & Ireland’s most diverse generator of renewable energy.

To achieve our goal of generating a massive 10GW of renewable energy by 2035, we’re working with stakeholders and communities throughout the UK and Ireland to unlock the enormous potential of the low carbon energy sector.

If you’re passionate about tackling climate change to create the cleaner, greener future we all want, we would love you to come join us.

Join us, and let’s do good together.

Sodexo has over 40 years of experience supporting the defence forces of the UK, the US and France. We support individuals, the community and the environment on base, working with military leaders to enhance the physical and mental wellbeing of personnel across all military services.

Our PFI contract provides 128 different professional services on all aspects of Property Management for our client.

In order to continue upholding the high standards and full working order of all buildings on this estate we are seeking an experienced Deputy Technical Operations Manager to join ourleadership team within Colchester.The rolewill involve the management of the day-to-day delivery of hard FM services ina wide range of situations on a complex site with approximately 140 buildings with 2500 onsite bedrooms.

You will ideally be educated to degree level or have an NVQ Level 5 Electrical certification, however we would be open to qualifications in similar disciplines. You will also have demonstrable management experience from a hard facilities management background and be proficient in using the CAFM system.

With the confidence and credibility to lead from the front you will be focused, detailed, possess strong technical competence and good influencing skills. You must be able to communicate at all levels, be analytical and think strategically.

This will be a site-based role working within the main garrison over 5 days Monday – Friday. You may also be required to be available to attend call outs as and when required.

Please note that this position will be offered subject to security clearance – this requires a minimum of 3 years residency within the UK.

For full details please see the full job description.

Package Description

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company
• Full training provided
• Health and wellbeing incentives
• Reward and Recognition schemes 
• Subsidised discounts
• Flexible working considered
• Volunteering days 
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance 
• Free parking onsiteand free meals provided.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

All offers are subject to full security clearance checks

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Permanent – Full Time – 36 hours per week (covering days, nights and weekends)

Do you have senior experience within a care team? Do you consider yourself a positive, proactive, and professional individual? Do you want to go home feeling like you are making a real difference to older people’s lives? Then come and join our team as Deputy Care Manager!

Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 100 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty.

Set in the picturesque Essex village of Copford, near Colchester, New Copford Place is a purpose-built residential care home, staffed by a committed and enthusiastic team.

Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will assist with the management of the home in the delivery of high standards of person centred care; initiating and managing quality, health, dementia and palliative care. In this incredibly varied position, you will…

Ensure the health and safety of all residents is effectively assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated using our electronic care planning system.
Work closely with the Registered Manager in managing the services annual budget efficiently and effectively.
Develop effective communication links with the Registered Manager, the support team under your line management and all external professionals.
Ensure all staff adhere to the correct reporting procedures for all accidents, incidents and safeguarding concerns.
Maintain a welcoming ambience that encourages a sense of communal living.
Act as a role model in support of staff to work within the standards, always promoting best practice.
Please refer to the job description upon submitting your application.

Who we are looking for:

With a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Adult Social Care, you will have proven experience in a care home environment and will be comfortable leading a team. A strong understanding of CQC regulations and adult safeguarding is key for the role and you will be comfortable auditing day to day practice, identifying scope for improvement and then implementing a forwarding thinking approach to current practices. You will produce rotas for the team and organise staff training, always being a champion of staff development.

This isn’t just a job; it’s about making a difference to older people’s lives every day.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you can look forward to a wealth of benefits:

Learning, development, and progression.
Paid breaks.
Monthly prize draw, with 3 prizes to be won.
Wellbeing support through various initiatives including an employee assistance programme and Unmind.
Retail discount schemes to make your salary go further.
Access to loans at affordable rates, saving directly from salary and advance pay already earnt.
Health cash plans for you and your family.
Cycle to work scheme.
Long service awards, that increase with length of service.
Refer a friend to work for us and receive a £200 bonus.
Group Pension Plan, with a 6% contribution from us.
Free DBS checks
Safeguarding:

Keeping everyone safe is one of the charity’s core values, and is central to everything we do at Friends of the Elderly. All staff follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures and, if they see or suspect abuse, we expect staff to report it straight away.

Criminal record checks:

As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Friends of the Elderly strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences. A charity where everyone is equal but definitely not the same.

Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, all working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts and retains the best people. People that care and can make a difference.

We currently do not provide sponsorship but we welcome applications from those who have a right work in the UK.

Don’t delay in sending your application as we may need to close the vacancy early if we manage to appoint before the advertising closing date. We interview applicants as they apply.

Are you an ambitious General Manager looking for a highly autonomous role, with the power to really shape and influence the business?

Are you looking for an employer that will heavily invest in you, and provide copious opportunities to develop your career further?

Are you looking for a business that is financially stable and has very exciting growth plans?

If so, then look no further!

As a General Manager for clients organisation, you will be responsible for running one of their busy centres. You will create a safe, fun, and vibrant environment for your team and customers.

You will enjoy the freedom to make a real impact driving the financial and commercial performance of your business, across all four revenue streams (Food, Drink, Amusements and Bowling/Golf). You will be fully accountable for delivering all areas of your budget and KPIs, driving the profit performance of your centre and have the opportunity to share in the success.

Within our clients fast-paced, dynamic world, General Managers coach, lead, motivate and inspire team to deliver outstanding service that delights our customers and keeps them coming back for more.

To be successful you should have:

a minimum of eighteen months experience as a hands-on General Manager ideally within the leisure, hospitality, or retail industry
a relentless approach to delivering the best operational standards in the industry
evidence of optimising sales and performance of a business unit
a passion for people, with evidence of coaching, developing, and progressing your team
an empathetic and compassionate approach
resilience, flexibility, and adaptability, to fit in with our fast-paced environment
be willing to work nights and weekends

About SercoAt Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.
By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.

Head of Product – AM/FM
Home Based – attached to Cardinal Place
6 Month Fixed Term Contract
£80,000
- £100,000 per annumCar Allowance / Bonus

Serco’s purpose is to impact a better future
- we bring together the right people, the right technology, and the right partners to create innovative solutions that deliver positive impact and address some of the most urgent and complex challenges facing governments globally. Our services are powered by more than 50,000 colleagues working across multiple sectors including defence, space, migration, justice, healthcare, transport, and customer services in four regions: UK & Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East.
As the Head of Product
- AM/FM, you will take the lead in developing Serco’s Asset and Facilities Management solutions. You will drive the evolution of these offerings, ensuring they meet both current and future needs across the business. By collaborating with internal teams, external stakeholders, and strategic partners, you will ensure Serco’s AM/FM solutions remain best-in-class, delivering value and helping grow the business in new markets.
As part of this you’ll:

- Lead the development and roll-out of an innovative AM/FM product.
- Conduct market research to stay ahead of industry trends and technological advancements.
- Collaborate with internal teams to understand and meet customer and business needs.
- Own the product roadmap and drive innovation to enhance AM/FM solutions.
- Partner with technology teams and third-party providers to deliver integrated solutions.
- Act as a thought leader in the AM/FM sector, providing expertise on best practices and future trends.
- Build and maintain relationships with key industry players and potential strategic partners.
- Showcase Serco’s innovative capabilities to drive business growth and establish Serco as the partner of choice.


What you’ll need to do the role:

- Significant experience in product management with considerable experience in leading product-centric transformations.
- Expertise in the AM/FM space with a deep understanding of industry technologies.
- A proven ability to drive innovation, balance stakeholder needs, and manage product roadmaps.
- Strong collaboration skills with experience working with cross-functional teams, including technology, commercial, and senior leadership.
- Ability to conduct market research and use insights to drive business value.
- Experience in the B2G (Business to Government) sector would be desirable.


What we offer:

- Car allowance
- £4200 pro rata.
- Bonus – 5% on target, 10% exceeding.
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
- Private Medical Insurance.
- Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Occupational Health and Wellbeing Services, Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs and more.
- A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations. These range from role specific training, career coaching, formal study and much more to support you to build your career with Serco.
- A safe and supportive culture.
- A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.


ApplyPlease click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

We are looking for a confident Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 40.25 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet The Gables. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day. Your day-to-day Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required Safeguard Maintain a safe & clean environment for all Why Cygnet? Well offer you Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme Recruitment referrals You are Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives An excellent communicator & a good team player Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

We are looking for a confident Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You’ll be working 40.25 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet The Gables.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.

Your day-to-day…

• Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe & clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & “Cycle to Work” scheme
• Recruitment referrals

You are…

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives
• An excellent communicator & a good team player
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Passionate Room Leader Wanted at Holly Corner Kindergarten

Room Leader | Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week

Salary: £25,480 per annum

Level 3 Childcare Qualification essential

Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we’d love to meet you!

At Holly Corner Kindergarten we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team. In this role, you’ll lead a team staff members to create a nurturing, inspiring environment for our children and families children each day, bringing our ethos and curriculum to life.

You'll also collaborate closely with our other rooms to ensure smooth transitions and a seamless experience for all children in our care.

If you're passionate about early years education and eager to make a difference, come and be part of something special at Holly Corner Kindergarten.

Our nursery is open from 8:00am - 18:00pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times.

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

*Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.

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’re a family by name, and we’re a family by nature too. We are defined in many different ways, by many different people. Different cultures. Different ideas. Different ages, genders and skillsets. Whilst every individual will have their own definition of family, these definitions all come together to show Family First for who we are.

We are: Defined by Family

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.

Holly Corner Kindergarten 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.

Benefits

Family First benefits include annual leave starting at 24 days on top of a paid birthday day off and bank holidays. On top of this we have discounted nursery fees for all our teams, friends and family, access to a discount/perks platform with exceptional learning & development opportunities tailored to you.

*All perks are pro-rota for part time staff and subject to successful completion of probationary period. These perks may be subject to further conditions and can be withdrawn or reviewed at the discretion of the company.

Vacancy Reference: MK45 1AJ

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