Assistant Nursery Manager - £1000 Welcome Scheme

The Old Station Nursery Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local children's nursery in St. Neots is seeking an Assistant Nursery Manager to lead and inspire their team. This role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification and prior leadership experience in an early years setting. The successful candidate will mentor staff, support operations, and ensure high standards of care and education. Competitive salary and various perks, including childcare discounts and career development opportunities, are offered.

Benefits

£1000 welcome scheme

Free on-site parking

52% childcare discount

33 days of holiday

Career development training

Wellbeing support and discounts

1 paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Prior leadership experience in an early years setting.
• Experience as Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the nursery team to deliver high-quality early years education.
• Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing nursery operations.
• Act as a role model fostering high standards of care.
• Build strong partnerships with families and external agencies.
• Monitor implementation of EYFS framework for learning opportunities.
• Take responsibility during Nursery Manager's absence.
• Promote continuous improvement and professional development.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Mentoring

Childcare knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

Join Our Team as a Assistant Nursery Manager at Apricot Preschool!

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on children’s lives? At Apricot Preschool, we’re 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

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• £1000WELCOME 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: 33days 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

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 a 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 children’s 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 every 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 – 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.

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