Third in Charge

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Horsforth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy{

Job summary

Kids Planet Horsforth is seeking a capable Third in Charge to join our team. You will support the management team in day‑to‑day operations, ensuring high standards of care and a nurturing environment for children.

With a UK Level 3 early years qualification and strong EYFS knowledge, you’ll lead with confidence and contribute to safeguarding practice while helping children thrive and families feel supported.

Qualifications

• Must hold a UK recognised Level 3 early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding children.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in daily nursery operations and high‑quality care.
• Assist in leading and supporting teams to maintain a positive, collaborative environment.
• Build strong relationships with children and families to support development and wellbeing.

Skills

Level 3 EY Qualification

EYFS Expertise

Safeguarding Knowledge

Leadership Experience

Education

UK Level 3 Early Years Qualification

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.

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 Horsforth as a Third in Charge!

We're now looking for a Third in Charge to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet Horsforth?

• 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.