An exciting opportunity has arisen within the MiChild group. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated third in charge to work in our wonderful Stepping Stones nursery based in Stockport. Company benefits: + Staff discount on childcare fees - 50%! + Exceptional holiday entitlement package with long service benefits year on year. + Company incentives such as additional holiday days for 100% attendance + Career progression opportunities and a training programme based around you. + Staff well-being programme including- weekly staff well-being drop in's, staff room where you can unwind during your break, access to free exercise sessions and healthy recipes on our well-being platform. + Monthly Staff Treats + Staff meals and refreshments throughout the day + Staff appreciation and recognition awards (such a 1 years service, 5 years service, 10 year service, employee of the month, staff shout out's etc. + Company events (such as annual awards night, NMT awards, Day Nursery Awards etc. + Free branded staff uniform + Fully funded accredited training such as Paediatric First Aid, Level 2 in Safeguarding and many more!! + Employer contribution to pension scheme Role and responsibilities: + To liaise with the managers on a daily basis. + To work as part of the nursery team. + To make decisions on the day-to-day running of the nursery in the absence of a Manager and deputy manager. + To follow all the nurseries administrative procedures. + To be a positive role model to other staff throughout the nursery + To have a thorough working knowledge of the nurseries policies and procedures. + To assist in the training of staff within the nursery. + In the absence of a Manager and deputy manager to manage staffing levels and to deploy staff where necessary throughout setting. + To attend meetings as part of the management team. + To be flexible with shifts and staying behind etc to ensure all shifts are covered in the event of staff sickness etc + To ensure that the nursery consistently meets the requirements set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage to a minimum good standard. + To monitor any safeguarding issues following local authority procedures. + Prepare the nursery for Ofsted inspections and action any recommendations made by the inspector ensuring a minimum good grade is awarded. Requirements: + Level 3 in Childcare as a minimum + Previous management or room leading experience in a nursery environment + Enthusiasm, professionalism and creativity Salary: From £12.40 - negotiable depending on experience #indsj