Third in Charge

Grandir UK Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

35? not specified

Flexible working options

£500 refer a friend bonus

Company pension scheme

Statutory Sick Pay from day 1

Life assurance

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Grandir UK Limited's Clerkenwell Mount Day Nursery in London is seeking a Third in Charge to join a warm, child‑centred team and help deliver high‑quality early years provision.

Salary £30,264–£33,280, with regular pay reviews, 33 days annual leave, flexible working, pension contributions, sick pay from day one and life assurance, plus ongoing training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery environment, resources and experiences.
• Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children.
• Ensure rich and stimulating experiences for children according to age and development.
• Prepare and support children's activities.
• Support day-to-day environment management in absence of Team/Room Leader.
• Contribute to compliance with Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.
• Mentor students and unqualified staff to ensure high-quality childcare.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents and carers.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children
• Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Prepare and support children’s activities
• In the absence of the Team/Room Leader maintain effective day-to-day management of the environment
• Contribute to ensuring that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Support and mentor students and un-qualified staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice
• Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers

Job description

Third in Charge Clerkenwell Mount Day Nursery Part of Grandir UK Salary £30,264 - £33,280 (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews)

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

You will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• £500 refer a friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

Facilities Our Clerkenwell Mount Nursery is a Grade II listed building, converted from two townhouses, offering spacious rooms, a garden, and nutritious meals. Experienced teachers use these spaces to nurture confidence, curiosity, and essential skills.

Playrooms Each age group has a dedicated room with age-appropriate resources and activities. The first-floor baby room features sensory play, the top-floor toddler room supports skill development, and the preschool room prepares older children for school.

Garden The vibrant garden encourages outdoor learning, social interaction, and physical development with a mud kitchen, gardening area, and play equipment. Children enjoy free-flow access for exploration and play.

OFSTED Rating – ‘Good’ in all areas

Location and Travel

Located in the heart of Clerkenwell near Ironmongers' Hall, our nursery is easily accessible for working parents. It’s just a short walk from King's Cross Station, Angel Station, and Farringdon Station, with nearby paid street parking for convenient drop-offs and pick-ups.

What will you be doing

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children
• Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Prepare and support children’s activities
• In the absence of the Team/Room Leader maintain effective day-to-day management of the environment
• Contribute to ensuring that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Support and mentor students and un-qualified staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice
• Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets
• 24 hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.