Senior Deputy Manager
5 days ago
Bristol
Nursery Senior Deputy Manager \n Location: Yate \n Salary: £33,000 per annum \n Are you an experienced Room Leader, Third in Charge or Deputy Manager who feels ready for more? \n This is an exciting time to join a thriving nursery as it prepares to open a brand-new site nearby. The move will provide the team and children with fantastic new facilities and a larger, purpose-designed space in which to learn, play and grow. \n Our client is looking for a confident and enthusiastic Nursery Senior Deputy Manager to work closely with the Nursery Manager and help lead a passionate Early Years team. You don’t necessarily need to be an established Deputy Manager - a strong Room Leader with leadership experience and the ambition to progress would be warmly welcomed. \n Nursery Senior Deputy Manager - What’s on Offer? \n\n • Salary of £33,000 per annum\n, • The opportunity to be part of an exciting new nursery opening\n, • Brand-new facilities and a larger nursery environment\n, • Excellent training and professional development\n, • Genuine opportunities for career progression\n, • A supportive and collaborative leadership team\n, • The opportunity to influence nursery standards and culture\n\n Nursery Senior Deputy Manager - The Role: \n As Nursery Senior Deputy Manager, you will: \n\n • Support the Nursery Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the setting\n, • Lead, motivate and support the nursery team\n, • Step into the Acting Manager role when required\n, • Mentor and supervise practitioners, providing constructive feedback and guidance\n, • Assist with staff rotas, training requirements and performance reviews\n, • Help maintain consistently high standards of care, learning and safeguarding\n, • Support the nursery in meeting EYFS and Ofsted requirements\n, • Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues\n, • Support the nursery team through the transition into the new setting\n\n Nursery Senior Deputy Manager- What We’re Looking For: \n\n • A Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years, or higher\n, • Experience as a Room Leader, Third in Charge, Deputy Manager or in a similar leadership position\n, • Confidence supporting and developing nursery staff\n, • A strong understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements\n, • Excellent communication and organisational skills\n, • A positive, hands-on approach to leadership\n, • A genuine passion for helping children and Early Years teams thrive\n\n Nursery Senior Deputy Manager - Ready for Your Next Step? \n Whether you’re an experienced Deputy Manager looking for a fresh challenge or a strong Room Leader ready to progress, this is a brilliant opportunity to join during an exciting period of growth and help shape the nursery’s future within its brand-new setting. \n Apply today, and we’ll aim to contact you within 48 hours.