Deputy Nursery Manager

OverviewDeputy Nursery Manager

role details. Join Our Team as a Deputy Nursery Manager! Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on children''s lives? At

Apricot Preschool , 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. The successful candidate will spend a minimum of 10 hours per week in the office supporting management duties, with the remainder of their time working within their designated room to lead practice and support the team.

Note:

we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Pay and HoursPay : £29,744 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 Deputy Nursery Manager InvolvesAs 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 teams 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 NurseryAt 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.

Requirements and SafeguardingThe 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.

Note:

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Benefits

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 and Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.

Recognition and Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service ..... full job details .....