Position Description

Third in Charge – Up to £35,000 – 40 Hours per week This Third in Charge role sits at the heart of a well-established nursery rated Good by Ofsted. You’ll work closely with the Nursery Manager and Deputy, combining hands-on room leadership with wider responsibility for day-to- day operations and standards across the setting.   The nursery is based in a beautiful, purpose-designed nursery with a private garden and Forest School, creating a lively, engaging learning environment that balances structure with a warm, homely feel.   Before You Apply

This role requires recent experience as a room leader or Third in Charge (or above) in an Early Years setting.
• You must hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
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  Key Job Details

Salary: Up to £35,000 per year (depending on experience)
• Hours: 40 hours per week, full time
• Contract: Permanent
• Setting: Early Years nursery (3 months to 5 years)
• Ofsted rating: Good
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  Why This Role Is Worth Considering

Clear leadership structure with defined responsibilities
• Consistent staffing and stable occupancy
• Well-resourced rooms and outdoor learning space, including Forest School
• Christmas closure period
• Discounted childcare
• Ongoing training and development
• Wellbeing support programme and benefits portal
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  What You’ll Need

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Recent experience as a room leader, Third in Charge, or higher
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements
• Confidence making operational decisions and leading staff
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  What You’ll Do

Support the Manager and Deputy in the day-to-day running of the nursery
• Lead a room while maintaining oversight of practice across the setting
• Ensure safeguarding, EYFS, and Ofsted requirements are met at all times
• Act as a senior decision-maker in the absence of the Manager or Deputy
• Support staff performance, ratios, and daily organisation
• Maintain a safe, engaging learning environment for children and staff
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  What Happens After You Apply Your application will be reviewed against the essential criteria. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial discussion before interview.   Reference: WILL#removed#/DB INDACC