Nursery Third In Charge in Southfields, London - Family-Run Nursery Group
£35,000 salary
Location: Southfields, London. Nursery is a short walk from Southfields Station
Working pattern: Full-time hours across a 4-day week, giving you 3 days off every week
Our client is a family-run nursery group with a strong reputation for warm, high-quality early years care. They're looking for an experienced Third in Charge to take on the Health & Safety Lead role within their Southfields setting, supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager and stepping up as designated leader in their absence.
This is a genuine opportunity to grow into nursery leadership within a business built around a thoughtfully blended curriculum, combining EYFS, the group's own FIRST Curriculum, and Montessori and Reggio Emilia-inspired learning. The group backs that with real investment in its people too: specialised training, funding towards further qualifications, and mentorship from experienced early years professionals, all within a business that's actively growing and opening new sites. If you're ready to take the next step into leadership somewhere that genuinely supports your development, this is worth a look.
On offer is a strong £35,000 salary, a supportive family-run culture, and a benefits package that goes well beyond the basics.
Key responsibilities:
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Health and safety: Leading on safety, compliance and risk management across the nursery.
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Leadership support: Supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager, and stepping up as designated leader when required.
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Staff and curriculum support: Supporting staff across rooms, contributing to curriculum delivery, and maintaining strong parent communication.
About you:
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Experienced: Experience working as a room leader in a nursery setting.
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Qualified: Level 3 CACHE/NVQ in Childcare or equivalent, with a higher qualification desirable.
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Knowledgeable: A good understanding of safeguarding and health & safety requirements, and confident supporting and leading colleagues.
What's in it for you:
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A Medical Cashback Plan worth over £1,000 a year, covering GP access, health screening, dental, optical and more.
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Blue Light Card discounts, leadership development opportunities, and long service rewards.
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32 days annual leave including 8 bank holidays and 4 personal wellbeing days.
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Nursery Third in Charge (Southfields) employer: Love Childcare Recruitment
Join a pioneering boutique nursery in Barnes, where you will have the unique opportunity to shape a nurturing environment from the ground up. With a competitive salary of £39-41k, comprehensive training, and a strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development, this role offers a supportive work culture that values emotional growth and relationship-centred practice. Experience the joy of leading a dedicated team in a beautifully designed space that prioritises children's emotional development and fosters meaningful connections with families.
Contact Details:
Love Childcare Recruitment Recruitment Team
