Third In Charge

UCM Recruitment; London Borough of Ealing; In loco; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

UCM Education is seeking an experienced Third in Charge for a nursery in Ealing, West London. You will support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager, guide practitioners, and help maintain high standards of care and education.

The role suits someone already in a leadership position (Third in Charge, Room Leader or Senior Practitioner) or a highly experienced Nursery Practitioner ready to lead. Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding are essential.

Competenze

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above is required.
• Strong nursery experience with excellent EYFS and safeguarding knowledge.
• This role suits an existing Third in Charge, Room Leader or Senior Practitioner, or a highly experienced Nursery Practitioner stepping into leadership.

Mansioni

• Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Guide, mentor and support Early Years practitioners across the setting.
• Assist with staff deployment, routines and smooth nursery operations.
• Assist planning and delivery of activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Maintain safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery practice standards.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Take on additional leadership duties and support the wider team as needed.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Staff mentoring

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Relationship building

Formazione

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Descrizione del lavoro

We are looking for an experienced and confident Third in Charge to join a nursery setting in Ealing, West London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong Early Years professional looking to progress into a senior leadership role and someone who can support the Manager and Deputy Manager with the wider running of the setting, guide practitioners, and help maintain high standards of care and education.

You will be:

• Supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Guiding, mentoring, and supporting Early Years practitioners across the setting.
• Helping maintain effective routines, staff deployment, and smooth nursery operations.
• Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery practice.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Taking on additional leadership responsibilities and supporting the wider team when required.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or above, have strong nursery experience, and demonstrate excellent EYFS and safeguarding knowledge. This role would suit an existing Third in Charge, Room Leader, or Senior Practitioner, although a highly experienced Nursery Practitioner who is ready to step up into leadership may also be considered.

About UCM Education:

UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to place education professionals into roles where they can thrive. Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.