Nursery Team Leader — Third in Command (Maternity Cover)

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; Farnham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast & lunch

KP Academy training

Enhanced leave for family

Wellbeing goodies & rewards

Long service awards

Birthday off

Competitive salary & pension

Central support team

Job summary

Kids Planet Farnham is seeking a Third in Charge on a fixed-term maternity leave to support nursery operations and provide high-quality care in line with EYFS.

You will help lead teams, build strong relationships with children and families, and drive a nurturing, inclusive setting.

The role offers training via KP Academy, wellbeing and staff rewards, and a supportive central team to ensure excellence in early years education.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 UK Early Years qualification and strong EYFS understanding.
• Extensive safeguarding knowledge and commitment to child welfare.
• Experience leading nursery teams and day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the nursery management in daily operations and care quality.
• Lead and develop teams to maintain a positive, collaborative environment.
• Build strong relationships with children and families to support development and wellbeing.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Leadership experience

Education

UK Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Kids Planet Farnham is seeking a Third in Charge on a fixed-term maternity leave to support nursery operations and provide high-quality care in line with EYFS.

You will help lead teams, build strong relationships with children and families, and drive a nurturing, inclusive setting.

The role offers training via KP Academy, wellbeing and staff rewards, and a supportive central team to ensure excellence in early years education.