Deputy Nursery Manager

The Old Station Nursery Limited; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare organization located in Iver, England, is seeking a passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to lead a team in providing exceptional care and education to children. The role involves supporting the Nursery Manager with daily operations and mentoring staff to deliver high-quality early years education. Candidates must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification. The position offers competitive pay and unique childcare perks, including a significant discount on services. Join us and make a meaningful impact on children's lives!

Benefits

Free childcare for the first month

52% childcare discount

1 paid volunteer day

31 days of holiday including bank holidays

Access to training and courses

Wellbeing support and discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in early years education and team leadership.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to foster a safe and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the nursery team to deliver high-quality education.
• Support the Nursery Manager in daily operations.
• Build strong partnerships with families and external agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Early Years Education

Collaboration

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Deputy Nursery Manager!

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on children’s lives? At Iver, we’re seeking a passionate Deputy Nursery Manager 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.

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:

• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 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.

Pay: £34,840per annum, based on experience (40 hours per week).
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Location: The Old Station Nursery Iver, 62 High Street, Iver, Buckinghamshire, SL0 9NG

What being a Deputy Nursery Manager involves

As a Deputy 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

The Old Station Nursery Iver, conveniently located on Iver High Street, has been a part of the local community for over 20 years. Iver is a lovely two-storey nursery is set within a converted church building, with a well-resourced outdoor area, encouraging an active lifestyle and outdoor play. At The Old Station Nursery Iver, we offer excellent nursery care with the addition of three distinct learning enhancements for our children; these are child-friendly cooking classes and language lessons, both delivered in a Montessori inspired way that fosters strong connections between children and the world around them. The nursery is easily accessible with plenty of parking available off street. The staff wellbeing is most paramount and all staff are supported well in stepping up to their next roles with tailored training in place to reach best potential in their professional journey. We celebrate the team spirit and are so very proud of our wonderful team.

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.