Nursery Third in Charge

Refresh Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A nursery in Muswell Hill is seeking a dedicated Third in Charge to join their team. This full-time role involves providing exceptional care and early childhood education to children, while also supporting room leaders in managing their rooms. Ideal candidates will have a level 3 childcare qualification and knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The position offers a competitive salary, 31 days holiday, and a supportive work environment focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

31 days holiday allowance

Wellbeing day

50% childcare discount

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of a full and relevant level 3 childcare qualification.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Experience in observing, assessing, and planning for children's learning.

Responsibilities

• Support room leaders and manage nursery standards.
• Create an environment that caters to all children's needs.
• Maintain communication with children, staff, and parents.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Observing and assessing children's development

Education

Full and relevant level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Third in Charge to join our Nursery team in Muswell Hill. You will be providing exceptional care and early childhood education to children in our nursery.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children, ensuring their safety, development, and well‑being in a nurturing environment. The role would suit someone who has previously worked as an Early Years Practitioner then Room Leader and looking for the next step up.

Job Title:

Third in Charge

Location:

Muswell Hill

Job Type:

Full-time / Permanent

Salary:

£30,000 - £33,000 per annum

Main Duties

• Supporting the room leaders and practitioners to help manage their rooms and ensure the nursery standards are adhered to at all times
• Create an environment that supports the individual needs of all children
• Maintain systems to monitor, evaluate and improve the quality of our childcare practices.
• Maintain effective methods of communication with children, staff, parents, and carers.
• Maintain open and positive working relationships with staff.
• Ensure that practices and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Assist in agreeing and reviewing individual targets with staff.
• Assume playroom and additional management responsibilities when required.
• Keep costs in line with the agreed budgets.

Person Spec

• A minimum of a full and relevant level 3 childcare qualification
• The right to work in the UK
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework
• A Paediatric First Aid Certificate
• Experience of observing, assessing and planning for children’s learning & development

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 31 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
• Wellbeing day
• 50% childcare discount
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and welcoming team environment.

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on young lives and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Room Leader.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.