At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the nursery leadership team and inspire practitioners to maintain high standards.
- Company: A modern, purpose-built nursery with a Good Ofsted rating.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, discounted childcare, tailored training, and wellbeing programmes.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's development in a vibrant learning environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and previous senior nursery experience required.
The predicted salary is between 26566 - 32470 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Third in Charge to join a beautiful, purpose-built nursery where children's confidence, independence and development are at the heart of everything.
Rated Good by Ofsted, this modern nursery offers bright, spacious learning environments, with dedicated age-specific rooms thoughtfully designed to support every stage of children's development. The setting encourages children to explore, make discoveries and build independence through engaging, child-led learning experiences.
Outside, children benefit from fantastic outdoor spaces, including a mud kitchen, sandpit and dedicated play areas, providing plenty of opportunities for messy play, creativity and outdoor adventures.
We're looking for a confident, enthusiastic Early Years professional with previous senior-level experience, who is ready to support the nursery's leadership team, inspire practitioners and help maintain excellent standards of care and education.
What We're Looking For
- A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above – essential
- Previous senior nursery experience, such as Room Leader, Third in Charge or above – essential
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development
- Good understanding of Ofsted requirements and nursery compliance
- Experience leading, motivating and supporting nursery practitioners
- Confidence overseeing room standards, planning and children's developmental progress
- Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
- A proactive, hands-on approach with the confidence to support nursery management
- A genuine passion for encouraging children's independence, confidence and learning
What's On Offer
- Discounted childcare
- Team incentives
- Tailored and personalised training opportunities
- Wellbeing programme
- Competitive annual leave scheme
- Employee benefits portal
- Long service awards
- Company pension scheme
Supporting the Nursery Leadership Team
- Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the setting
- Lead by example, maintaining high standards of care, education and professionalism
- Support and motivate practitioners, encouraging teamwork and professional development
- Ensure learning experiences are delivered in line with the EYFS
- Promote children's confidence, independence and development through engaging, child-led activities
- Support observations, assessments and the quality of teaching across the nursery
- Help maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and Ofsted compliance
- Build positive relationships with parents, carers and colleagues
- Take on additional leadership responsibilities and support the nursery in the absence of senior management
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Third In Charge in Romsey employer: Willingcare
As a Nursery Manager with us, you'll be part of a nurturing and dynamic environment that prioritises both child development and employee wellbeing. We offer competitive salaries, a performance-related bonus scheme, and extensive professional development opportunities, all while working in spacious, well-resourced settings across Hampshire and Surrey. Join our supportive team where your leadership will directly impact the growth of young minds and your career progression.
