Third in Charge

**Job Description**:
Posted Tuesday, 3 June 2025, 19:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be

Whilst all our settings are different, they all share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a princess one day to astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same

We are currently looking for a **_Third in Charge_** at **_Kids Planet _**Wallasey**.

**Why become a**Third in Charge** with Kids Planet**Wallasey**?**Ofsted Outstanding setting.
- Long standing friendly staff team.
- Good transport links (opposite train station).
- Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.
- Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award

**What’s** in it for you?**Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.
- Accredited training with the KP Academy.
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave.
- Regular staff rewards.
- Team appreciation events.
- Long service awards.
- Dedicated wellbeing package.
- Highly discounted childcare.
- A day off for your birthday.

**A**Third in Charge**at Kids Planet**Wallasey**gets**:
- Competitive salary.
- Pension plan.
- Annual leave including bank holidays.
- Monday to Friday.

**Wh**at**a**Third in Charge** needs**:
- Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
- Excellent understanding of EYFS.
- Extensive knowledge of safeguarding.
- Leadership experience within a nursery setting.

**Like the sound of joining our family?**

**We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.**

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self—and flourish

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Job Details
- Pay Type
- **Salary**
- Hiring Rate
- **27,029 GBP