At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a vibrant nursery room, creating engaging learning experiences for children.
- Company: Join the award-winning Finkley Nurseries, part of a fast-growing childcare group.
- Benefits: Enjoy a £1500 joining bonus, up to 6 weeks holiday, and 50% childcare discount.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture with extensive training opportunities and wellbeing support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career in early years education.
- Qualifications: Experience in childcare and a passion for supporting children's development.
The predicted salary is between 14.6 - 14.6 £ per hour.
Join the Finkley Nurseries Team as a Room Leader / Daily Lead!
Location: Salisbury
Hours: Full‑time 38 hours per week over 4 days
Salary: Up to £14.60 per hour Dependant on experience and qualification
About Us:
Finkley Nurseries is part of the Attraction Nurseries family — a fast‑growing childcare group delivering high‑quality early years education across the UK. At our Finkley Hudson’s Field Setting, we create nurturing, inspiring environments where children can explore, learn, and grow every single day.
The Benefits (The Stuff That Matters)
- £1500 Joining bonus – £750 after the first 3 months and £750 after 6 months
- Badge scheme – earn an additional +30p per hour, increase your hourly rate through wow moments, planning & checklists
- Up to 6 weeks holiday + birthday week
- Volunteer day – support a charity of your choice
- 50% childcare discount
- Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards)
- 100+ training courses + SENCO
- £100 welcome bonus for resources
- Free uniform & DBS
- Referral bonuses up to £750
- Free family access to Finkley Down Farm & Solstice Play
The Role (What You’ll Actually Be Doing)
- Leading The Rooms
- Lead the day-to-day running of the room, ensuring everything is organised, engaging, and compliant
- Support the management team when needed
- Manage ratios, staff rotas, SEN time, and daily routines
- Create an inspiring, well‑resourced environment based on children’s interests
- Delivering Outstanding EYFS Practice
- Deliver engaging, hands‑on learning experiences in line with EYFS
- Lead planning, observations, and assessments using Famly
- Complete 2‑year checks and support SEND documentation
- Act as a key person, supporting children’s development and wellbeing
- Promote inclusive practice so every child can thrive
- Supporting & Developing Your Team
- Lead by example with energy, professionalism, and positivity
- Mentor and support team members, apprentices, and new starters
- Contribute to supervisions, appraisals, and training plans
- Ensure clear communication of daily plans and expectations
- Keeping Everyone Safe
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene, and organisation
- Carry out risk assessments and ensure environments are safe and secure
- Follow safeguarding procedures
- Understand and respond to emergency procedures
- Working with Parents & Professionals
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families
- Support settling‑in processes and ongoing communication
- Work with external professionals to support children’s needs
- Living Our Values
- Champion our ethos: Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive team culture
- Support nursery events, marketing, and parent engagement
- Staying Organised
- Keep records, planning, and systems up to date
- Complete checklists, audits, and learning walks
- Manage daily tasks like registers and room organisation
Additional duties may be required to support the management team and nursery priorities. Flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach are essential to success in this role.
Attraction Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer. All positions are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Nursery Third in Charge employer: Finkley Nurseries
Finkley Nurseries is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on children's lives during mealtimes. With a focus on professional development and generous holiday entitlement, our supportive culture encourages growth and independence, making it a rewarding place to work in Sandhurst.
