Assistant Nursery Manager

JR United Kingdom; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent childcare provider in Kidlington is seeking a dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager. This role involves supporting the nursery's day-to-day operations, maintaining high standards, and nurturing children's development. Ideal candidates will possess relevant childcare qualifications, strong leadership skills, and a passion for early years education. This position offers excellent development prospects in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Warm, caring approach to early years education.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Good understanding of safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Promote a safe, stimulating environment for children.
• Oversee health, safety, hygiene, and safeguarding standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of Ofsted standards

Education

Relevant childcare qualifications (minimum Level 3)

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Assistant Nursery Manager
Woodstock
up to £32,000 DOE
Are you passionate about shaping little minds, supporting a thriving team, and taking the next step in your childcare career? We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join our wonderful client's nursery team!
This role is perfect for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager seeking an exciting new challenge. It's also a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Room Leader ready to take the next step in their career-our client is committed to providing the training and development needed to help you thrive.
Description of the role:

• Support the team in the day-to-day running of the nursery, helping set objectives and maintaining high standards.
• Promote a safe, stimulating environment that nurtures every child's personal, emotional, and social development.
• Lead, inspire and guide their amazing team, ensuring best practice is always at the heart of what we do.
• Build wonderful relationships with children, families, staff, and external agencies.
• Help manage staffing rotas, supervise training, and contribute to appraisals and staff development.
• Oversee health, safety, hygiene, and safeguarding standards, ensuring compliance and peace of mind for parents.
• Play a key part in maintaining their excellent records, from child development tracking to administrative processes.
• Be involved in fun out-of-hours events like parents' evenings, fundraising, and team meetings.

About you:

• You'll have a warm, caring approach and a real passion for early years education.
• Ideally, you'll have previous leadership or supervisory experience in a nursery or childcare setting.
• A good understanding of Ofsted standards and safeguarding is essential.
• You'll be organised, proactive, and a great communicator-someone who thrives in a team.
• Relevant childcare qualifications (minimum Level 3) are required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career within a supportive team, enjoy excellent development prospects, and make a genuine difference every day - apply today and take the next step!