Third In Charge

Join Our Team as a Nursery Third in Charge! Are you ready to lead with passion, inspire young minds, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives? At Little Oaks, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Third in Charge to guide and support our team in providing outstanding care and education. In this rewarding leadership role, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor, nurture, and create a positive impact for children, families, and your colleagues. To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) along with a minimum of 2 years experience within either a Room Leader or Nursery Practitioner role. Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Why You’ll Love Working With Us We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you: Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family. Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off! Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services. Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards. Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community. Pay: £29,952 per Annum, based on experience (40 hours per week). Working Hours: 38-40 hours per week over 4 days - shifts from 7.30-6 or 8-6. Would also consider 40 hours over 5 days. Location: Little Oaks Day Nursery Malvern, Maple Road, Enigma Business Park, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 1GQ About our Nursery Little Oaks Day Nursery in Malvern, is one of the only purpose-built nurseries in the local area, providing high quality childcare in a stimulating learning environment. The nursery is a proud owner of Millie’s Mark, which is awarded as a special endorsement to local childcare providers that go above and beyond minimum requirements by having 100% of staff trained in paediatric first aid. The nursery is situated next door to Whiteacres Medical centre, just off the B4208 Townsend Way. The nursery is accessible via Sandy’s Road. There is ample parking available. What being a Nursery Third in Charge involves As a Nursery Third in Charge, you will work alongside the Nursery Manager to lead and inspire your team while delivering exceptional care and education. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and mentoring the team to provide high-quality early years education with passion and energy. • Supporting the Nursery Manager to ensure smooth nursery operations and consistent quality. • Acting as a role model by promoting initiative, creativity, and high standards of care. • Building strong relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to support the best outcomes for children. • Overseeing the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework, ensuring engaging learning opportunities. • Taking charge of nursery operations in the Nursery Manager’s absence. • Encouraging continuous improvement through feedback and supporting professional development. • Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets each child’s needs. Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you! The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.