Senior Team Leader / Third in Charge Location: Shenfield, Essex Salary: £30,000 £34,000 per year Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (4 or 5 days) A well-established early years setting in Brentwood, Essex, caring for children aged 3 months 5 years, is looking for an experienced and confident Senior Team Leader / Third in Charge to join its management structure. This role offers the chance to support staff development, maintain outstanding standards of practice, and contribute to a warm, high-quality learning environment. About the Role As the Third in Charge, you will support the management team by leading and mentoring practitioners, ensuring effective delivery of the EYFS curriculum and maintaining excellent standards across all rooms. You will be room-based with dedicated time for leadership duties, focusing on consistency, quality, and compliance. Staff Benefits • Competitive salary and performance-related bonus • In-house and external training opportunities • Career progression and CPD support • Discounted childcare (subject to availability) • Team events, staff celebrations, and wellbeing programme • Annual awards and recognition • Complimentary restaurant vouchers • Free on-site parking • Supportive management with an open-door approach Key Responsibilities • Provide leadership, guidance, and professional support to practitioners and room leaders • Oversee EYFS planning, observations, and assessments • Ensure stimulating and inclusive learning environments indoor