Third in Charge
Exeter | Full Time | Up to £30,992 per year or up to £14.90 per hour
We are recruiting a Third in Charge for a busy, well-established nursery in Exeter. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who wants to support the smooth day-to-day running of a nursery while making a real difference in children’s lives.
Third in Charge what you’ll be doing:
- Create an environment that supports the individual needs of all children
- Maintain systems to monitor, evaluate, and improve the quality of childcare practices
- Communicate effectively with children, staff, parents, and carers
- Build positive and open relationships with your team
- Ensure nursery practices meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Support staff by agreeing and reviewing individual targets
- Take on playroom and additional management responsibilities as required
- Help keep costs in line with agreed budgets.Level 3 in Childcare or above (essential)
- Experience in a leadership or senior practitioner role in an early years setting
- Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills
- Passionate about providing high-quality care and education for young children
Third in Charge Pay & Benefits:
- Up to £30,992 per year, with regular yearly reviews
- Referral bonus for recommending friends and family
- Generous childcare discounts
- 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + 3 extra days at Christmas
- Additional ‘Wellbeing Day’ off
- Access to an employee benefits portal with discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
- 24/7 remote GP appointments
- Cashback on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
- Staff recognition initiatives, including a monthly appreciation program
- Work for an employer certified as a Great Place to Work
This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed, experienced childcare professional to step into a leadership role, support a dedicated team, and contribute to the growth and development of children in a vibrant nursery setting.
For more information please apply now and Care First will contact you asap
