Nursery Third in charge

Littleelmsdaycare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,200 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Littleelmsdaycare is seeking a Nursery Third in Charge at their Sydenham location. This full-time role involves managing nursery operations, providing leadership, and ensuring high-quality childcare services. Responsibilities include overseeing staff, communicating with parents, and driving improvement in nursery operations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare and relevant experience. Compensation is between £31,200 - £35,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 or above in Childcare.
• Experience working with children in an early years setting.
• Strong leadership abilities to guide and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage the nursery in the absence of the Manager and Deputy Manager.
• Oversee staff and children to maintain a safe and nurturing environment.
• Lead by example, demonstrating excellent childcare practices.

Skills

Minimum Level 3 or above in Childcare

Experience working with children in an early years setting

Strong leadership abilities

Excellent communication skills

Valid driving licence

Proficient in English

Qualifications in Early Childhood Education

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years childcare

Qualifications in Early Childhood Education or relevant field

Job description

Nursery Third in charge

Department: Little Elms Sydenham

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery Sydenham

Compensation: £31,200 - £35,000 / year

Description

We are seeking a Third in Charge at our Sydenham nursery. The successful candidate will assist in managing daily operations, providing leadership, and ensuring high-quality childcare services.

Responsibilities

• Manage the nursery in the absence of the Manager and Deputy Manager
• Oversee staff and children to maintain a safe and nurturing environment
• Lead by example, demonstrating excellent childcare practices
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and external stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement in nursery operations
• Support the team in delivering outstanding care and education

Skills

• Minimum Level 3 or above in Childcare
• Experience working with children in an early years setting
• Strong leadership abilities to guide and motivate staff
• Excellent communication skills to engage with children, parents, and colleagues
• Valid driving licence for potential travel requirements
• Proficient in English language for effective interaction with all parties
• Qualifications in Early Childhood Education or relevant field

Join our team as the Third in Charge to make a positive impact on children's early years development.

Key Responsibilities

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Nursery Practitioner to be based in our Sydenham Nursery. The nursery offers state‑of‑the‑art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas.

You can earn up to £34,000 per annum, depending on experience, working full time (40 hours per week) – 4 days a week.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 1 year’s experience in a Nursery Practitioner role or equivalent
• Level 2/3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Your passion to be shown in your day‑to‑day interaction with children