Room Based Third-in-Charge
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
Billericay, Essex, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£30k - £35k Annual
Full-Time
Room-Based Third-in-Charge -Near Billericay
Are you an experienced Room Leader ready to take the next step, or an established Third-in-Charge looking for a new challenge? We're looking for a passionate Early Years professional to join our leadership team at our high-quality nursery near Billericay.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, supporting colleagues and delivering exceptional care and education. Experienced Room Leaders looking to progress into management are encouraged to apply.
The Role
As our Room-Based Third-in-Charge, you'll lead your own room while supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery. You'll help maintain outstanding standards and take responsibility for the nursery when required.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and inspire your room team to deliver outstanding childcare and education
Support the daily running of the nursery alongside the management team
Act as key holder, including opening and closing the nursery when required
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety and compliance
Ensure staff ratios, registers and daily routines run smoothly
Coach, mentor and support the development of your team
Monitor children's learning, observations and planning to ensure high-quality outcomes
Build strong partnerships with children, families and colleagues
Support inspections, quality improvement and continuous development
Promote the nursery and provide excellent customer service
Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Manager or Deputy Manager
What We're Looking For
Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
Experience as a Room Leader or senior Early Years practitioner
Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
A positive, enthusiastic and child-centred approach
Benefits
Very competitive salary
Up to 100% staff childcare discount
Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
Extra annual leave after two years' service (up to five additional days)
Less paperwork, giving you more time with the children
State-of-the-art technology, including tablets and our Parent App
Excellent pay based on experience and qualifications
Generous holiday entitlement
Ongoing training and genuine career progression
Free DBS and uniform
Are you an experienced Room Leader ready to take the next step, or an established Third-in-Charge looking for a new challenge? We're looking for a passionate Early Years professional to join our leadership team at our high-quality nursery near Billericay.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, supporting colleagues and delivering exceptional care and education. Experienced Room Leaders looking to progress into management are encouraged to apply.
The Role
As our Room-Based Third-in-Charge, you'll lead your own room while supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery. You'll help maintain outstanding standards and take responsibility for the nursery when required.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and inspire your room team to deliver outstanding childcare and education
Support the daily running of the nursery alongside the management team
Act as key holder, including opening and closing the nursery when required
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety and compliance
Ensure staff ratios, registers and daily routines run smoothly
Coach, mentor and support the development of your team
Monitor children's learning, observations and planning to ensure high-quality outcomes
Build strong partnerships with children, families and colleagues
Support inspections, quality improvement and continuous development
Promote the nursery and provide excellent customer service
Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Manager or Deputy Manager
What We're Looking For
Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
Experience as a Room Leader or senior Early Years practitioner
Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
A positive, enthusiastic and child-centred approach
Benefits
Very competitive salary
Up to 100% staff childcare discount
Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
Extra annual leave after two years' service (up to five additional days)
Less paperwork, giving you more time with the children
State-of-the-art technology, including tablets and our Parent App
Excellent pay based on experience and qualifications
Generous holiday entitlement
Ongoing training and genuine career progression
Free DBS and uniform
Reference: 225400007
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Room Based Third-in-Charge
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
Billericay, Essex, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£30k - £35k Annual
Full-Time
Room-Based Third-in-Charge -Near Billericay
Are you an experienced Room Leader ready to take the next step, or an established Third-in-Charge looking for a new challenge? We're looking for a passionate Early Years professional to join our leadership team at our high-quality nursery near Billericay.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, supporting colleagues and delivering exceptional care and education. Experienced Room Leaders looking to progress into management are encouraged to apply.
The Role
As our Room-Based Third-in-Charge, you'll lead your own room while supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery. You'll help maintain outstanding standards and take responsibility for the nursery when required.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and inspire your room team to deliver outstanding childcare and education
Support the daily running of the nursery alongside the management team
Act as key holder, including opening and closing the nursery when required
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety and compliance
Ensure staff ratios, registers and daily routines run smoothly
Coach, mentor and support the development of your team
Monitor children's learning, observations and planning to ensure high-quality outcomes
Build strong partnerships with children, families and colleagues
Support inspections, quality improvement and continuous development
Promote the nursery and provide excellent customer service
Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Manager or Deputy Manager
What We're Looking For
Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
Experience as a Room Leader or senior Early Years practitioner
Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
A positive, enthusiastic and child-centred approach
Benefits
Very competitive salary
Up to 100% staff childcare discount
Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
Extra annual leave after two years' service (up to five additional days)
Less paperwork, giving you more time with the children
State-of-the-art technology, including tablets and our Parent App
Excellent pay based on experience and qualifications
Generous holiday entitlement
Ongoing training and genuine career progression
Free DBS and uniform
Are you an experienced Room Leader ready to take the next step, or an established Third-in-Charge looking for a new challenge? We're looking for a passionate Early Years professional to join our leadership team at our high-quality nursery near Billericay.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, supporting colleagues and delivering exceptional care and education. Experienced Room Leaders looking to progress into management are encouraged to apply.
The Role
As our Room-Based Third-in-Charge, you'll lead your own room while supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery. You'll help maintain outstanding standards and take responsibility for the nursery when required.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and inspire your room team to deliver outstanding childcare and education
Support the daily running of the nursery alongside the management team
Act as key holder, including opening and closing the nursery when required
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety and compliance
Ensure staff ratios, registers and daily routines run smoothly
Coach, mentor and support the development of your team
Monitor children's learning, observations and planning to ensure high-quality outcomes
Build strong partnerships with children, families and colleagues
Support inspections, quality improvement and continuous development
Promote the nursery and provide excellent customer service
Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Manager or Deputy Manager
What We're Looking For
Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
Experience as a Room Leader or senior Early Years practitioner
Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
A positive, enthusiastic and child-centred approach
Benefits
Very competitive salary
Up to 100% staff childcare discount
Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
Extra annual leave after two years' service (up to five additional days)
Less paperwork, giving you more time with the children
State-of-the-art technology, including tablets and our Parent App
Excellent pay based on experience and qualifications
Generous holiday entitlement
Ongoing training and genuine career progression
Free DBS and uniform
Reference: 225400007
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