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Fairytales Day Nursery Job Vacancies
Take a look at the video above to find out more about us! When you have finished watching the video, you can check out our current vacancies below 😃
Current Vacancies
Early Years Leader
Minimum L3 full & relevant childcare qualification. Experience of Room Leader/Senior Practitioner preferred.
Deputy Manager
Could you be our next Childcare Superstar?
We're currently looking a dedicated Deputy Manager who will work closely with the Nursery Manager and current Deputy and have responsibility for the delivery of high-quality childcare and education to children who attend our nursery.
If you want to play a pivotal role in educating the next generation in a friendly, family-run nursery… join our team today!
The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the future of the nursery as a trusted provider of high quality, flexible childcare for families from the local communities.
In return, we can offer the opportunity to develop your potential at a wonderful, friendly nursery.
Requirements:
➡ Level 3 or above qualification in early years & childcare (or equivalent)
➡ Excellent communication and organisational skills.
➡ Warm and caring personality – friendly and approachable to families.
➡ An excellent knowledge of child development and a commitment to equal opportunities for all children and families.
➡ Confidence in making day-to-day decisions thoughtfully and with a high degree of sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
➡ Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations, particularly those applying to childcare.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
➡ To work closely with the Manager and Deputy to ensure the smooth running of the nursery, and run the nursery in the absence of the Manager.
➡ To create a welcoming and family-friendly environment. To work in ratio with children and be responsible for key groups of children.
➡ To be always responsible for high standards of care and education of children in accordance with policies.
➡ To order and maintain equipment and resources in the nursery.
➡ To be responsible for admissions in line with the admissions policy, to keep a register and up-to-date records of all children in attendance, and to give regular feedback to parents about their child’s development and progress.
➡ To be responsible for the supervision and management of staff with varying levels of experience and to organise training for them.
Nursery Cook
We're looking for a qualified and enthusiastic cook to join the Fairytales Nursery team!
We are looking for someone with experience who holds a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate to work 25+ hours per week, between 9.00- 4.00pm Monday-Friday, plus occasional weekends for deep cleaning of the kitchen
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
➡ Planning weekly menus, in conjunction with the Management team.
➡ Co-ordinating the serving of mid-day meals and snacks throughout the day.
➡ Be responsible for food safety within the nursery, including all safety checks relating to children's dietary/allergy requirements, storage and preparation of food.
➡ Keeping records of all hygiene and risk assessments within the kitchen area.
➡ Maintaining a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness within the kitchen area and for all kitchen equipment.
➡ Attend all meetings relevant to the position, as well as all relevant training to stay up to date on new legislation.
➡ Flexibility within working practices of the setting, undertaking other duties where needed, such as domestic tasks, supporting with staff/child ratios, cleansing of equipment, etc.
L3 Qualified Early Years Practitioner
At Fairytales Nursery, we're thrilled to say that our team is growing, and we're now on the lookout for a qualified practitioner who is ready to take on their next challenge!
This is a Full-Time role, and you will be working 35+ hours over 5 days between the hours of 7.00am - 7.00pm.
You will be working across various rooms within our wonderful nursery and gain fantastic experience working with our friendly and dynamic team of practitioners.
So if you have the following:
→ A great personality with ambition, drive and a willingness to learn
→ Experience working in a similar role
→ Minimum Level 3 Childcare Qualification
→ A thorough understanding of the EYFS (and be able to demonstrate this at interview)
→ High standards of work and cleanliness in the workplace
→ A great work ethic and the ability to work as a team
→ The ability to understand and adhere to policies and practices of the business
→ Of course, you'll also need an Enhanced DBS check!
... then make sure you apply today!
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
➡ Planning and carrying out high quality learning & development activities
➡ Ensuring that the individual needs and interests of the children and families in our nursery are met
➡ Supporting all staff and engaging in a positive staff team
➡ Developing and maintaining a partnership with parents/carers
➡ Ensuring the provision of a high-quality environment that meets the needs of each individual child, while having an awareness of any disabilities, family cultures, and medical histories.
➡ Flexibility within working practices of the setting, undertaking other duties where needed, such as domestic tasks, preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment, etc
Apprentice Early Years Assistant
We're looking for an enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice to join the Fairytales Nursery Team!
Fairytales offers a paid apprenticeship role, where you will be part of a warm and welcoming team! Gain hands-on experience as you earn your qualifications. You will be required to register with a training provider and attend training weekly to achieve your childcare qualification.
Apprentice role, 30+ hours per week between the hours of 7.00am & 7.00pm
Requirements:
→ GCSE's grade 4-9 / C- A* or equivalent in English and maths are desired but not essential on entry (You may be required to achieve this alongside your childcare qualification)
→ Excellent communication skills
→ Strong organisational and time-management skills
→ A patient disposition and ability to use your own initiative.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
➡ Supporting staff members with planning and carrying out activities
➡ Ensuring that the individual needs and interests of the children and families in our nursery are met
➡ Supporting all staff and engaging in a positive staff team
➡ Developing and maintaining a partnership with parents/carers
➡ Ensuring the provision of a high-quality environment that meets the needs of each individual child, while having an awareness of any disabilities, family cultures, and medical histories.
➡ Flexibility within working practices of the setting, undertaking other duties where needed, such as domestic tasks, preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment, etc.
Cleaner
Are you currently looking for your next role? Do you have experience as a cleaner? This could be the perfect opportunity for you!
We're thrilled to say that our team is growing, and we're now looking for a nursery cleaner to join our wonderful team.
In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all areas of the nursery clean and tidy, reporting any potential maintenance issues to the nursery manager.
Requirements:
→ Have proven experience in a similar role
→ Able to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the setting at all times
→ Be able to identify any needs/and or issues around the nursery
→ Need a clear and valid DBS – oversea applicants will need a clear and valid certificate of good conduct
Duties and Responsibilities Include
→ To clean all areas of the day nursery including toilets, kitchen, play rooms and staff areas
→ To clean all surfaces of the day nursery including carpets, lino, wooden floors, paintwork, tiles and wallpaper
→ Report any maintenance issues that prevent safe and efficient cleaning of these areas.
→ To remove all bottles and recyclable materials to the relevant position or bin and ensuring anything recyclable is recycled.
→ Ensure there is sufficient stock levels and correct equipment within the nursery, ensuring that shortages do not prevent cleaning.
→ To be committed to the safeguarding of all children
General
Are you looking for the next step in your childcare career?
Here at Fairytales Nursery, we looking for enthusiastic childcare superstars to join our fantastic team and are recruiting for a number of exciting positions
So if you are a passionate, energetic, and dedicated individual who is ready to take the next step, this could be the job for you!
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So if you have the following:
→ Experience of working with young children
→ Excellent communication skills
→ Strong organisational and time-management skills
→ The ability to understand and adhere to policies and practices of the business
→ A full background check!
... then make sure you apply today
Early Years Teacher
Minimum QTS / EYPS relevant to Childcare required.
Finance & Administration Officer
We're looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Finance & Administration Officer to join the Fairytales Nursery team!
The successful candidate will undertake all financial and administration duties in accordance with the office procedures of the company. This will include finance, and a combination of answering telephones, word processing, office machine operation, and customer service.
Additionally, they will be expected to maintain accurate records, have regard for legal and statutory requirements and to support the management team in maintaining the efficient running of the office.
This role is for 20+ hours over 3 days per week, between 9.00- 4.00pm Monday-Friday.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
1. To manage all the incoming and outgoing finance and post at the Company.
2. Support the operation and ethos of the nursery, and all other services provided by the Company.
3. Support the Childcare Manager
4. To ensure that all files and records are maintained in accordance with OFSTED requirements and in
compliance with the requirements of employment and company law.
5. To work as part of a team and to support colleagues.
6. To be flexible with the working practices of the Nursery.
Finance
1. Maintain up to date records of all standing orders, BACS and direct debit payments, cash, cheques,
vouchers coming in and out.
2. To bank all takings promptly under dual control with evidence of payment made. Report to manager.
3. Produce invoices and receipts for all childcare fees.
4. Produce a weekly report of payers / non payers for the Childcare Manager/ Operations Manager/
Director
5. Liaise with childcare manager at all times to ensure there is a flow of communication regarding finance.
6. Accurately process, maintain and submit all necessary documentation to the Local Authority relating to
government funding (Early Learning for Twos and Nursery Education Funding). Ensure income received
balances with expected amounts.
Administration
1. To ensure that all financial/ administration information is kept within the organisation under lock and key
as part of the data protection policy.
2. To maintain an accurate and up to date database with all staff information and all bank staff.
3. To maintain an accurate database for the children registered with the Company and update as necessary.
Utilise a computer and Nursery software to maintain a variety of records, enter and update data
including name and address changes, record holiday dates, change of sessions and more.
4. File all relevant paperwork for the organisation and outside agencies to meet the requirements and
scrutiny of local Authority and Ofsted inspections. To include registers, diaries, risk assessments,
registration forms etc.
5. Assists at reception, answering questions and helping the public in obtaining information about the
childcare available at the Company. To deal with all queries regarding service or provisions provided by
The Company by post / email in person.
6. Update the “what you need to know” information for the kitchen/ inform the kitchen of any children’s
dietary requirements. Inform the manager, staff, all rooms
7. General administration / typing / photocopying at the request of the Childcare Manager.
8. To be prepared to help when other areas of the Nursery may be short staffed, or with domestic duties or
other duties as specified by the Childcare manager.
9. To attend staff meetings as requested.
10. To attend training as requested.
11. Additional ad-hoc duties as required.
Early Years Assistant
Minimum Level 3 Childcare Qualification required.
Nursery Cook
Food hygiene L2 and experience of working in a busy kitchen providing healthy nutrition food for young children.
Nursery Manager
Could you be our new Childcare Manager?
Here at Fairytales, we're on the lookout for someone with that something special to join our wacky and wonderful team 😃🏫 ❤️
If you can embrace our FAMILY values F friendship, A achievement, M motivation, I integrity, L Loyalty, Y your community, you are the right person for us ❤️😝
Benefits:
👨👩👧👦 Childcare Discounts
👷 Free Uniform
💪 Additional holidays for long service
⭐ Competitive salary
🕑 Regular training
💹 Annual Team Training Away Day
💖 Long Service Award
Requirements:
✅Minimum L3 qualification in Early Years is needed - degree qualified would be amazing, but is not required!
✅ A proven track record of leading and managing a team.
✅ Leadership qualification desirable but not essential.
✅ A proven track record of safeguarding children and a deep understanding of child protection, further safeguarding training will be provided by Sandwell LA on joining our team.
✅ Excellent knowledge of the EYFS.
✅ Confidence in making day-to-day decisions thoughtfully and with a high degree of sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
✅ Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations, particularly those applying to childcare.
How to Apply
So if you can embed the nursery vision, mission and values to support children in their development and education, please apply today!
Deputy Manager
We're Hiring! Nursery Deputy Manager Needed in Great Barr
Fairytales is on the look out for an enthusiastic Childcare Star to join the team as our Nursery Deputy Manager!🙂
If you can embrace our FAMILY values F friendship, A achievement, M motivation, I integrity, L loyalty, Y your community, you are the right person for us 🤩
Benefits
👨👩👧👦 Childcare Discounts
👷 Free Uniform
💪 Additional holidays for long service
🕑 Regular training
💹 Annual Team Training Away Day
💖 Long Service Award
Requirements:
✅Minimum L3 qualification in Early Years is needed - degree qualified would be amazing, but is not required!
✅ Leadership qualification desirable but not essential.
✅ A proven track record of safeguarding children and a deep understanding of child protection, further safeguarding training will be provided by Sandwell LA on joining our team.
✅ Excellent knowledge of the EYFS.
✅ Confidence in making day-to-day decisions thoughtfully and with a high degree of sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
✅ Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations, particularly those applying to childcare.
If this sounds like the right role for you and you want to be part of our fantastic team, click below and follow the application process.
Nursery Cook
We're looking for a qualified and enthusiastic cook to join the Fairytales Nursery team!
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate, and will be available to work 25+ hours per week, between 9.00- 4.00pm Monday-Friday, plus occasional weekends for deep cleaning of the kitchen 👨🍳
Working within our nursery, you can never predict what will happen next... but there are a few things we can promise you:
👨👩👧👦 Childcare Discounts
👷 Free Uniform
💪 Additional holidays for long service
⭐ Competitive salary
🕑 Regular training
💹 Annual Team Training Day
💖 Long Service Award
So, if you think your values match ours, then keep reading...
Duties and responsibilities include:
✅ Planning weekly menus, in conjunction with the Management team.
✅ Co-ordinating the serving of mid-day meals and snacks throughout the day.
✅ Be responsible for food safety within the nursery, including all safety checks relating to children's dietary/allergy requirements, storage and preparation of food.
✅ Keeping records of all hygiene and risk assessments within the kitchen area.
Please note that Green Bee Recruitment manage our applications. If you have any questions then be sure to send us a message. Good luck 😄
Early Years Teacher
At Fairytales Nursery, we're thrilled to say that our team is growing, and we're now on the lookout for a qualified Early Years Teacher who is ready to take on their next challenge!
This is a Full-Time role, and you will be working 35+ hours over 5 days between the hours of 7.00am - 7.00pm.
Working within our nursery, you can never predict what will happen next... but there are a few things we can promise you:
👨👩👧👦 Childcare Discounts
👷 Free Uniform
💪 Additional holidays for long service
⭐ Competitive salary
🕑 Regular training
💹 Annual Team Training Day
💖 Long Service Award
So, if you think your values match ours, then keep reading...
Do you have the following:
✅ A great personality with ambition, drive and a willingness to learn
✅ Relevant childcare qualifications (EYPS/QTS)
✅ Experience working in a similar role
✅ QTS / EYPS - relevant to childcare
✅ A thorough understanding of the EYFS (and be able to demonstrate this at interview)
✅ High standards of work and cleanliness in the workplace
✅ A great work ethic and the ability to work as a team
✅ The ability to understand and adhere to policies and practices of the business
✅ Of course, you'll also need an Enhanced DBS check!
Early Years Leader
We're thrilled to say that our team is growing, and we're now looking for a new Early Years Leader to join our fantastic team. So if you are ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! 🤩
Working within our nursery, you can never predict what will happen next... but there are a few things we can promise you:
👨👩👧👦 Childcare Discounts
👷 Free Uniform
💪 Additional holidays for long service
⭐ Competitive salary
🕑 Regular training
💹 Annual Team Training Day
💖 Long Service Award
So, if you think your values match ours, then keep reading...
Do you have the following:
✅ A great personality with ambition, drive and a willingness to learn
✅ Relevant childcare qualifications and experience
✅ A thorough understanding of the EYFS (and be able to demonstrate this at interview)
✅ Minimum Level 3 Early Years Qualification
✅ A great work ethic and the ability to work as a team
✅ Of course, you'll also need an Enhanced DBS check!
Early Years Assistant
At Fairytales Nursery, we're thrilled to say that our team is growing, and we're now on the lookout for an experienced Early Years Assistant to join us in the nursery 😀
Working within our nursery, you can never predict what will happen next... but there are a few things we can promise you:
👨👩👧👦 Childcare Discounts
👷 Free Uniform
💪 Additional holidays for long service
⭐ Competitive salary
🕑 Regular training
💹 Annual Team Training Day
💖 Long Service Award
So, if you think your values match ours, then keep reading...
Do you have the following:
✅ A great personality with ambition, drive and a willingness to learn
✅ Relevant childcare qualifications
✅ Experience working in a similar role
✅ A minimum Level 2 Early Years and childcare is required
✅ A thorough understanding of the EYFS (and be able to demonstrate this at interview)
✅ High standards of work and cleanliness in the workplace
✅ A great work ethic and the ability to work as a team
✅ The ability to understand and adhere to policies and practices of the business
✅ Of course, you'll also need an Enhanced DBS check!
Benefits Of Working At Fairytales
Competitive Salary
Additional Holidays
For Long Service
Discount On
Childcare
Full Staff/Team
Training Day Annually
Free Uniform
Additional Training
Benefits Of Working At Fairytales
Our Mission, Vision and Values
Our Mission
Play with, care for and teach children from 8 weeks to 5 years.
Our Vision
Our vision is to support children and adults to achieve success and happiness.
Our Aims
Work in partnership with parents and carers to provide high quality, trusted childcare.
Provide a stimulating environment with a highly skilled leadership team, where staff, students and children can learn and develop to be successful.
Provide a home from home, family environment where staff, students and families feel valued and supported.
To engage with our local community to value and respect where we live and work.
Our Values - FAMILY
Friendship - showing kindness, respect and consideration to others.
Achievement - be ambitious, aim high and be happy.
Motivation - nurture each other to develop to the next level.
Integrity - be honest and do the right thing.
Loyalty - show feelings of support and duty towards others.
Your community - become involved and strive for the best for you and others around you.
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You're Invited To Coffee & Careers!
Have A Chat With Us at Fairytales Nursery
We know that people are more than their CV.
Your personality and energy can't be summed up on a couple of A4 sheets. So we would love to meet you!
Every week, we run Coffee & Career Days at Fairytales on Wednesdays at 10am and 2:30pm as an opportunity to meet candidates in person and really get to know who you are.
It's also an opportunity for you to get to know us! You'll be seeing the nursery firsthand, meeting some of our team, and experiencing what life is like at Fairytales. Plus, you can ask us all the questions you can think of!
This isn't an interview! Coffee & Careers gives you a chance to look around the nursery and talk to our team. We want to get to know you so we'll probably ask you some questions about your experience and why you're passionate about working with children, but we want you to think of this like a relaxed coffee morning☕️
Get Our Recruitment PDF
Learn more about our company values and what we can offer you....
PLUS get a list of top 10 interview tips
Visit Our Other Sites To Find Out More About Us
Early Steps Dudley
Bank Road, Gornal Wood, Dudley,
West Midlands,
DY3 2NT
Tipton Toddlers Day Nursery
79 Groveland Road,
Tipton, West Midlands,
DY4 7TB
Fairytales Day Nursery
6 Birmingham Road
Great Barr
Birmingham
B43 6NR
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Birmingham,
B43 6NR
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