Third in Charge

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
Up to £33,280 per annum

Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your career?

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, child-focused nursery in Beaconsfield for a Third in Charge to support the day-to-day running of the nursery while helping to lead and inspire a dedicated team of Early Years practitioners.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Level 3 qualified professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional childcare and is looking to progress into a leadership role within a supportive organisation that values career development.

As Third in Charge, you will play a key role in supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager to ensure the nursery operates efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the daily operation of the nursery.
• Leading by example and promoting outstanding childcare and education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Supporting, mentoring and motivating practitioners to deliver high-quality practice.
• Acting as Room Leader where required and providing leadership across the nursery.
• Ensuring children's learning, development and wellbeing remain at the heart of everything you do.
• Monitoring children's progress and supporting staff with observations, assessments and learning journeys.
• Building strong relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Assisting with staff deployment to ensure appropriate ratios are maintained.
• Promoting a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance with Ofsted requirements and nursery policies.
• Assisting with staff inductions, coaching and ongoing professional development.
• Helping maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and presentation throughout the nursery.

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years is essential.
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• Experience supporting or supervising staff is desirable.
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A positive, proactive and professional approach.
• Passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a leadership team.

• Up to £33,280 per annum.
• Regular salary reviews.
• 33 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays.
• Christmas and New Year closure.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Generous childcare discount.
• £500 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and family-friendly benefits.
• Wellbeing Day.
• Employee discounts across major retailers, supermarkets and leisure providers.
• 24-hour GP access and healthcare cashback scheme.
• Comprehensive training programme and excellent career progression opportunities.
• Supportive leadership team and positive working culture.

Based in Beaconsfield, the nursery benefits from excellent transport links, close proximity to the train station and convenient access via the M40.

An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

If you're an enthusiastic Early Years professional with leadership potential and are looking to join a nursery that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career.