Nursery Third in Charge
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 13 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £14.00 i £15.50 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Hertfordshire, SG8 5AB |
| Cwmni: | Kindred Education Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | ORG5072-HD1476336RoyNTIC |
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Job Title: Third in Charge
Location: Royston, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AB
Line Manager: Nursery Manager
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Length: Permanent
Salary: £14.00 - £15.50 per hour (£29,344 - £32,488 per annum full time 40 hour per week equivalent) + benefits
Benefits: Birthday Off, 6 Fully Paid Sick Days, Cashback Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, Recognition & Reward Scheme, 50% Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, 24/7 Counselling Support, Discounted Gym Membership, Personal Financial Advisor Access, Pension Discovery, Learning Platform Access
Join the Kindred Family – Inspire, Lead, and Make a Difference
Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a real impact on children’s development? At Kindred, our Nursery practitioners play a key role in creating engaging learning experiences and building strong relationships with the children in your care.
We offer structured working hours, career progression opportunities, and ongoing training to help you grow as an early years professional. You’ll work within a supportive, friendly team where your passion for early education is valued and nurtured.
If you’re looking for a fulfilling role in a company that truly invests in its people, apply today!
About Kindred
Kindred is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a distinct home-from-home environment. By creating days filled with unique moments and opportunities, we enrich children’s development during their early years.
Our Mission: Creating inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder for little ones to grow and thrive in.
Our Values:
Always Learning – Continuously seeking opportunities to develop yourself and others
Inspirational – Creating magic in every action
Family Feel – Making everyone feel part of our incredible family
What You’ll Be Doing
As Third in Charge, you will:
Nursery Responsibilities
Support the Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, and Room Leaders to ensure the highest standards of Early Years care and education
Maintain an organised, safe, and stimulating nursery environment
Keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed within the room
Help build and maintain the nursery’s reputation as the setting of choice for children and employees
Model and monitor best practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines
Support and inspire your team of Room Leaders and Practitioners
Aid with induction of new team members, welcoming them into the Kindred family
Daily Duties
Provide a friendly approach with parents, carers, colleagues, and children
Ensure a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for children to learn, play, and explore
Maintain a homely, clean, and organised environment
Implement inspiring activities for children to learn through play
Build relationships with Key Children and record their interests and achievements
Communicate with parents/carers via our Satchel app, face-to-face meetings, or reports
Follow company Policies and Procedures
Support safeguarding as a shared responsibility
Leadership Responsibilities
Deputise in the absence of the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager
Work with your team to create a shared vision for the nursery
Lead by example and model good practice
Supervise, support, and allocate tasks to your team
Conduct regular supervision meetings to discuss team strengths and areas for improvement
Conduct interviews for internal and external applicants
Support new starter inductions and mentor new staff
Respond to complaints and concerns raised to the management team
Conduct nursery tours confidently, promoting available spaces
Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time
Ensure compliance with statutory guidelines, company policies, procedures, and risk assessments
Act as a key holder for the nursery
Other Responsibilities
Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, training, parent information sessions, and nursery functions
Support marketing events and activities, including those during evenings or weekends
What You’ll Need
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail
Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
Experience in leading and managing a team
Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
Sound knowledge of EYFS guidelines
Our Recruitment Process
Interviews: Rolling
Expected Start Date: ASAP
Our process includes:
Video interview followed by a face-to-face interview, including a stay-and-play session
A supervised ‘Stay and Play’ session to observe practice with children
Background checks including references, DBS, and qualification verification, in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy
Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey?
To apply for the Baby Room Specialist position, please click the Quick Apply button and submit your CV along with a short cover letter explaining your interest in the role.
We aim to respond to all applicants within 2–5 working days. Thank you for considering a career with Kindred.
Kindred is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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Location: Royston, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AB
Line Manager: Nursery Manager
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Length: Permanent
Salary: £14.00 - £15.50 per hour (£29,344 - £32,488 per annum full time 40 hour per week equivalent) + benefits
Benefits: Birthday Off, 6 Fully Paid Sick Days, Cashback Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, Recognition & Reward Scheme, 50% Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, 24/7 Counselling Support, Discounted Gym Membership, Personal Financial Advisor Access, Pension Discovery, Learning Platform Access
Join the Kindred Family – Inspire, Lead, and Make a Difference
Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a real impact on children’s development? At Kindred, our Nursery practitioners play a key role in creating engaging learning experiences and building strong relationships with the children in your care.
We offer structured working hours, career progression opportunities, and ongoing training to help you grow as an early years professional. You’ll work within a supportive, friendly team where your passion for early education is valued and nurtured.
If you’re looking for a fulfilling role in a company that truly invests in its people, apply today!
About Kindred
Kindred is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a distinct home-from-home environment. By creating days filled with unique moments and opportunities, we enrich children’s development during their early years.
Our Mission: Creating inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder for little ones to grow and thrive in.
Our Values:
Always Learning – Continuously seeking opportunities to develop yourself and others
Inspirational – Creating magic in every action
Family Feel – Making everyone feel part of our incredible family
What You’ll Be Doing
As Third in Charge, you will:
Nursery Responsibilities
Support the Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, and Room Leaders to ensure the highest standards of Early Years care and education
Maintain an organised, safe, and stimulating nursery environment
Keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed within the room
Help build and maintain the nursery’s reputation as the setting of choice for children and employees
Model and monitor best practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines
Support and inspire your team of Room Leaders and Practitioners
Aid with induction of new team members, welcoming them into the Kindred family
Daily Duties
Provide a friendly approach with parents, carers, colleagues, and children
Ensure a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for children to learn, play, and explore
Maintain a homely, clean, and organised environment
Implement inspiring activities for children to learn through play
Build relationships with Key Children and record their interests and achievements
Communicate with parents/carers via our Satchel app, face-to-face meetings, or reports
Follow company Policies and Procedures
Support safeguarding as a shared responsibility
Leadership Responsibilities
Deputise in the absence of the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager
Work with your team to create a shared vision for the nursery
Lead by example and model good practice
Supervise, support, and allocate tasks to your team
Conduct regular supervision meetings to discuss team strengths and areas for improvement
Conduct interviews for internal and external applicants
Support new starter inductions and mentor new staff
Respond to complaints and concerns raised to the management team
Conduct nursery tours confidently, promoting available spaces
Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time
Ensure compliance with statutory guidelines, company policies, procedures, and risk assessments
Act as a key holder for the nursery
Other Responsibilities
Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, training, parent information sessions, and nursery functions
Support marketing events and activities, including those during evenings or weekends
What You’ll Need
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail
Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
Experience in leading and managing a team
Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
Sound knowledge of EYFS guidelines
Our Recruitment Process
Interviews: Rolling
Expected Start Date: ASAP
Our process includes:
Video interview followed by a face-to-face interview, including a stay-and-play session
A supervised ‘Stay and Play’ session to observe practice with children
Background checks including references, DBS, and qualification verification, in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy
Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey?
To apply for the Baby Room Specialist position, please click the Quick Apply button and submit your CV along with a short cover letter explaining your interest in the role.
We aim to respond to all applicants within 2–5 working days. Thank you for considering a career with Kindred.
Kindred is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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ROL