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Join the Finkley Nurseries Team as Third In Charge!
Location: Andover : Finkley Dow Farm
Hours: Full-Time 38 hours per week over 4 days
Salary: Up to Ā£14.60 per hour Dependant on experience and qualification
ABOUT US:
We donāt mean to brag... but weāre kind of a big deal!
Day Nurseries Top 20 Award Winners 5 Years n a row!
Finkley Nurseries is part of the Attraction Nurseries family ā a fast-growing childcare group delivering high-quality early years education across the UK.
At our Finkley Down Farm Nursery, we create nurturing, inspiring environments where children can explore, learn, and grow every single day.
In short, we help children have the best possible start in life and that means making sure every child is supported, included, and able to thrive.
The Benefits (The Stuff That Matters)
Ā· Badge scheme ā earn an additional +30p per hour- increase your hourly rate through WOW moments, planning & checklists
Ā· Up to 6 weeks holiday + your birthday of
Ā· volunteer day ā support a charity of your choice
Ā· 50% childcare discount
Ā· Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards)
Ā· 100 + training courses + SENCO
Ā· Ā£100 welcome bonus for resources
Ā· Free uniform & DBS
Ā· Referral bonuses up to Ā£750
Ā· Free family access to Finkley Down Farm & Solstice Play
The Role (What Youāll Actually Be Doing)
Leading Your Room
Lead the day-to-day running of the room, ensuring everything is organised, engaging, and compliant
Support the management team when needed
Manage ratios, staff rotas, SEN time, and daily routines
Create an inspiring, well-resourced environment based on childrenās interests
Delivering Outstanding EYFS Practice
Deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences in line with EYFS
Lead planning, observations, and assessments using Famly
Complete 2-year checks and support SEND documentation
Act as a key person, supporting childrenās development and wellbeing
Promote inclusive practice so every child can thrive
Supporting & Developing Your Team
Lead by example with energy, professionalism, and positivity
Mentor and support team members, apprentices, and new starters
Contribute to supervisions, appraisals, and training plans
Ensure clear communication of daily plans and expectations
Keeping Everyone Safe
Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene, and organisation
Carry out risk assessments and ensure environments are safe and secure
Follow safeguarding procedures
Understand and respond to emergency procedures
Working with Parents & Professionals
Build strong, trusting relationships with families
Support settling-in processes and ongoing communication
Work with external professionals to support childrenās needs
Living Our Values
Champion our ethos: Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff.
Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive team culture
Support nursery events, marketing, and parent engagement
Staying Organised
Keep records, planning, and systems up to date
Complete checklists, audits, and learning walks
Manage daily tasks like registers and room organisation
This Job Description Is Not Exhaustive:
Additional duties may be required to support the management team and nursery priorities. Flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach are essential to success in this role.
THE DETAILS:
Finkley Down Farm nursery and Preschool
38 hours across 4 days
Up Ā£14.60 per hour
Weāre looking for someone ready to step up, take ownership, and make a real impact.
āReady to Embark on a New Adventure?
YOUR NEXT STEPS:
If youāre ready to be part of something meaningful, supportive, and genuinely differentā¦
We move quickly and keep things simple.
Apply now
Attraction Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer. All positions are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
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