Assistant Nursery Manager - £1000 Welcome Scheme

WCI Brokerage; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading preschool in St. Neots is seeking an Assistant Nursery Manager to lead and inspire the nursery team in delivering high-quality early years education. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Early Years qualification, along with previous leadership experience. This role includes mentoring, overseeing nursery operations, and fostering collaborative relationships with families. Competitive salary of £31,200 per annum with extensive perks including a £1000 welcome scheme and free childcare for the first month.

Benefits

£1000 Welcome Scheme

Free On-site Parking

Childcare Perks

33 days of holiday

Career Development

Exclusive Discounts

Volunteer Day

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Prior leadership experience in an early years setting required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the nursery team.
• Support the Nursery Manager in nursery operations.
• Foster a creative and high standards of care environment.
• Build partnerships with families and agencies.
• Guide the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework.
• Take responsibility in the Nursery Manager's absence.
• Provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Mentoring

Excellent Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Assistant Nursery Manager - £1000 Welcome Scheme

Join Our Team as an Assistant Nursery Manager at Apricot Preschool! Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on children's lives? We are seeking a passionate Assistant Nursery Manager (Preschool) to support our team in delivering exceptional care and education. Step into a leadership role where you'll mentor, guide, and create brighter futures for children, families, and your team.

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or above, and have prior leadership experience in an early years setting. Ideally, this experience will include a leadership or supervisory position such as Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager.

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• £1000 WELCOME SCHEME!
• Free On-site Parking: Available to Staff at both sites.
• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 33 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus a Christmas closure week and your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay

£31,200 per annum (40 hours per week).

Working Hours

Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week between 8am-6pm.

Location

Apricot Preschool, Priory Park Infant School, Almond Road, St Neots, PE19 1DZ.

What Being an Assistant Nursery Manager Involves

As a Assistant Nursery Manager, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the Nursery Manager to lead and inspire your team while maintaining excellence in your base room responsibilities. You will:

• Lead and mentor the nursery team to deliver high-quality early years education with pride and energy.
• Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing all aspects of nursery operations, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Act as a role model, fostering an environment of initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
• Build strong partnerships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to promote collaboration and excellent outcomes for children.
• Monitor and guide the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework, ensuring engaging and nurturing learning opportunities.
• Take responsibility for the nursery in the Nursery Manager's absence, ensuring smooth operations.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, providing constructive feedback and supporting professional development within your team.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that respects the unique needs of every child.

About Our Nursery

At our St Neots childrens day nursery and Preschool, we follow the Montessori approach in a home-from-home environment. The children in our care learn through play, and the passionate team at our Ofsted-rated Good nursery offer children a variety of activities and learning opportunities each day related to their individual interests, ensuring no two days are ever the same. We are situated on the site of Longsands College, around the back of the school, and are best accessed via Kings Road. We are just a few minutes walk from the train station, where trains run every 30 minutes to Kings Cross, London. The A1 and the A428 are nearby, with bus routes into Cambridge, making us easily accessible for commuters. Our pre-school is only a short walk away and parking is available on both sites.

Passionate about leadership in early years?

Join us and make a real impact and apply today!

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.