Deputy Nursery Manager

Do you love shaping young lives?

Are you dedicated to giving young children the best start in life?

If you have experience of working in a senior role, within early years, we have the perfect job waiting for you!

We are searching, on behalf of an award winning nursery chain in Shrewsbury, for a Deputy Nursery Manager who is enthusiastic to support the day-to-day running of a busy and welcoming nursery. Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you will help lead the team, maintain high standards of care and education, and create a safe, stimulating environment where children can thrive.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate early years professional looking to take the next step in their leadership career.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (dependent upon experience between £30,000.00-£31,200.00)
• A supportive and welcoming environment
• FREE continous CPD 
• Opportunities for career growth & progression
• Pension Scheme

Hours of work: Full time, Monday-Friday between 7.50am - 6.00pm 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in the overall management of the nursery
• Lead and motivate staff to deliver outstanding childcare and early education
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and welfare requirements are consistently met
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and carers
• Monitor children’s development and support high-quality learning experiences
• Assist with staff supervision, training, and recruitment
• Help maintain compliance with EYFS and Ofsted requirements
• Take responsibility for the nursery in the manager’s absence

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year leadership experience in a senior nursery role
• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Level 3 Paediactric First Aid Qualification (desirable)
• English GCSE grade C/4+ (if qualified after Sept 2014)
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework
• A caring, enthusiastic, and child-centred approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to complete one)

Supply Star Little Learners Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and adults. All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS and two satisfactory references.

You must have a clear enhanced DBS certificate to be considered for this role. If you do not have one Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining one at a cost of £63. 

At Supply Star Little Learners Recruitment, we look forward to hearing from you amazing professionals!