Nursery Team Leader – Third in Charge (EYFS)

UCM Recruitment; London Borough of Ealing; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UCM Education is seeking an experienced Third in Charge for a nursery in Ealing, West London. You will support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager, guide practitioners, and help maintain high standards of care and education.

The role suits someone already in a leadership position (Third in Charge, Room Leader or Senior Practitioner) or a highly experienced Nursery Practitioner ready to lead. Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding are essential.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above is required.
• Strong nursery experience with excellent EYFS and safeguarding knowledge.
• This role suits an existing Third in Charge, Room Leader or Senior Practitioner, or a highly experienced Nursery Practitioner stepping into leadership.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Guide, mentor and support Early Years practitioners across the setting.
• Assist with staff deployment, routines and smooth nursery operations.
• Assist planning and delivery of activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Maintain safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery practice standards.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Take on additional leadership duties and support the wider team as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentoring

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

UCM Education is seeking an experienced Third in Charge for a nursery in Ealing, West London. You will support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager, guide practitioners, and help maintain high standards of care and education.

The role suits someone already in a leadership position (Third in Charge, Room Leader or Senior Practitioner) or a highly experienced Nursery Practitioner ready to lead. Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding are essential.