Nursery Deputy Manager - Term Time Only

Location: Our Den at Hillside, Lower Earley

Salary (based on 45 hours): £28,178.29 inclusive of holiday pay

Hours: 45 per week

We are looking for apassionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Managerto join our warm, welcoming and nurturing term time only nursery. Our children thrive, our staff feel valued, and we pride ourselves on deliveringhigh-quality care and education. We are looking for a strong and supportive leader who shares our commitment to excellence and child-centred learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate aboutsupporting teams, maintaining high standards of practice and helping to lead a nursery where children, families and staff thrive.

45 hours a week

Term Time Position

Your Main Role and Responsibilities

As aDeputy Nursery Manager, you will:

• Support the Nursery Manager in theday-to-day running of the nursery
• Lead and support staff to deliver high-quality care and education
• Ensure the nursery operates in line with theEYFS framework and safeguarding requirements
• Support staff development through guidance, mentoring and role modelling good practice
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the wider community
• Support the monitoring of children’s learning and development to ensure high-quality practice
• Step into the Manager role when required to ensure smooth nursery operations

What We Are Looking For

✔Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
✔ Strong understanding of theEYFS framework and safeguarding practices
✔ Previous experience in a senior practitioner, room leader or leadership role
✔ Excellent communication and team leadership skills
✔ Commitment to delivering high-quality childcare and education
✔A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Join Us?

⭐ Supportive leadership and welcoming teams
⭐ Career development opportunities across our nurseries
⭐ Ongoing training and professional development
⭐ Opportunities to progress toNursery Manager roles
⭐ A workplace focused onexciting children about life and learning

What Else Do We Offer Our Employees?

⭐45-minute paid lunch break
⭐Competitive salarybased on experience and qualifications
⭐Fantastic childcare discountsupporting working parents
⭐Eligible for a Blue Light Card
⭐Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)including access to aVirtual GP service
⭐20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
⭐Company events and team celebrations

Complete Childcare is committed to providing the best possible care to its children and safeguarding and promoting welfare of young children. All applicants will be required to complete an application form, and any offers of employment are conditional on the receipt of 2 satisfactory references, a satisfactory right to work check and an enhanced DBS check.

Complete Childcare is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees, workers and job applicants. The Company aims to create a culture that encourages and values diversity and that appoints, rewards and promotes staff based on merit.