Third in Charge

Kids Ltd.; Bath; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals and snacks

KP Academy training

Enhanced family leave

Wellbeing goodies

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Pension and enhanced holidays

Staff discounts

Job summary

Kids Planet Oldfield Road is seeking a dedicated Third in Charge to support daily nursery operations and guide teams in delivering high-quality care in line with EYFS. You will help maintain a positive, collaborative environment and build strong relationships with children and families.

With a Level 3 qualification, you will lead with safeguarding in mind and bring nursery leadership experience to support development, wellbeing, and inclusive practices across the setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
• Leadership experience within a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in day-to-day nursery operations.
• Assist in leading and supporting teams to maintain a positive, professional environment.
• Build strong relationships with children and families to support development and wellbeing.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Leadership experience

Safeguarding

UK Level 3 early years qualification

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification (UK)

Job description

By supporting the management team in the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality care in line with the EYFS.

By assisting in leading and supporting teams, helping to maintain a positive, collaborative, and professional environment.

Through building and maintaining strong relationships with children and families, supporting their development and wellbeing while contributing to a nurturing and inclusive setting.

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
• Leadership experience within a nursery setting.

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day?

Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

Join Kids Planet Oldfield Road as a Third in Charge!

• Lots of trips to the local community and surrounding areas
• Outdoor learning
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women, for the second year running
• Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running
• Awarded one of the UK's Best Workplaces in Education & Training by Great Place to Work 2026
• 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply

What we offer our Third in Charge:

• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!
• Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
• Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you!
• Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance.
• Friendly central support team always on hand to help.

How you'll make a difference as a Third in Charge