Nursery Room Leader/ 3rd in Charge, Amersham

We are excited to be recruiting for a small independent nursery located in Amersham. There's an emphasis on working and supporting staff in a family atmosphere where you are valued as an integral part of the setting.

As well as the 3rd in Charge role, they are also recruiting for Senior Nursery practitioner, paying up to £31,500 per year and a Room Leader, paying up to £32,000 per year.

Benefits for 3rd in Charge Role:

• Salary paying up to £34,500 per annum including;
• £1000 - Welcome Bonus (£500 on passing 6 month’s probation and further £500 on completion of 12 months service)
• FREE CHILD CARE on days you are working.
• Annual salary reviews. Annual leave increases with years of service for up to 5 years.
• Discounted lunch for all staff.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• Generous holiday entitlement, with additional days awarded for length of service.
• Regular training offered to enhance further own skills.
• All staff Social and Team Building events (Summer & Winter)
• Free parking for all staff.
• Private health care for Room Leaders and Deputy's.

Hours:

•  40 hours over 4/5 days or 41.5 hours over 5 days.
• Either 4 long days, 40 hours a week or 41.5 hours a week based on 3 full days, 7.30am to 6.30m and 2 half days, 7.30am to 1.15pm/ 12.45pm to 6.30pm

Nursery Third in Charge Role and Duties:

Supporting the Manager/Deputy, overseeing daily operations, ensuring high-quality care (EYFS aligned), mentoring staff, managing room, handling safeguarding, and stepping up in management's absence, acting as a vital link between senior leadership and the nursery floor team.

Core Responsibilities:

• • Leadership & Support: Mentoring, training, and supervising nursery practitioners, ensuring motivation and high standards.
  • Operations & Management: Assisting with daily running, ensuring policies & procedures are followed, and taking charge when senior management is away.
  • Childcare & Education: Overseeing implementation of the EYFS curriculum, observing/assessing children, and ensuring stimulating environments.
  • Health, Safety & Safeguarding: Maintaining a safe space, upholding policies, and acting as a key point for safeguarding issues.
  • Partnership: Building strong relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals.

Typical Duties:

• • Staff Supervision: Conducting supervisions, appraisals, and providing guidance.
  • Curriculum Delivery: Planning and leading activities that promote learning and development.
  • Key Person Role: Acting as a dedicated Key Person for a group of children, offering individual attention.
  • Admin: Ensuring paperwork and documentation (observations, assessments) are completed well.

In essence, you will bridge the gap between management and staff, ensuring seamless, high-quality childcare delivery and professional development within the setting, often combining management duties with hands-on room leadership.

The Candidate:

• Hold, a recognised Level 3 or above Early Years Qualification.
• Minimum of 4 year’s experience within a nursery setting.
• Must have a positive attitude to work, and have a real love of working with children.
• Own transport is highly recommended.
• We are waiting to hear from you so please do get in touch so we can tell you more about the role and what we can offer.

Salary is based on qualifications and experience.

Interviewing now!

Please apply in confidence to Shama at sj@purpledove.co.uk