Assistant Nursery Manager

TN United Kingdom; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Nursery Manager to lead and inspire a dedicated team in a nurturing environment. This role involves overseeing daily activities, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and fostering strong relationships with parents and children. With a commitment to early childhood development, this opportunity offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including generous holiday entitlements and childcare discounts. Join a dynamic organization that values inclusivity and professional growth, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on children's lives.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Childcare Discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Compassionate leave

Access to Smart Hive benefits platform

Qualifications

• Hold at least a Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Previous experience as an Assistant or Deputy Nursery Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities and provide exemplary care.
• Support parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Train and supervise staff to ensure high-quality childcare.

Skills

Childcare Development

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Job description

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Assistant Nursery Manager at Busy Bees Day Nursery, Maidenhead Norden Road

Are you passionate about early childhood development and ready to take on a leadership role? Busy Bees Day Nursery in Maidenhead Norden Road is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Nursery Manager to join our dedicated team and contribute to the growth and success of our nurturing setting.

Our beautiful nursery is conveniently located near Maidenhead town centre, the central train station, and commuter links such as the M40 motorway. We have a car park available. Our team is long-standing and friendly, offering great opportunities to progress into management roles.

About our Benefits

As an Assistant Nursery Manager, we offer a salary of up to £30k per annum, plus entitlements including:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - because everyone needs time to relax and revitalize!
• Your Birthday off - on us!
• Childcare Discounts - generous 50% discount.
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme, Peppy, and Mental Health support.
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution.
• Enhanced family leave.

Plus well-being benefits, Cycle to Work scheme, compassionate leave, and access to Smart Hive, our benefits platform offering discounts at various places.

Role Responsibilities

As the Assistant Nursery Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager to oversee daily activities and provide exemplary care. Your responsibilities include:

• Meeting each child's individual needs, supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Building strong relationships with parents and guardians, ensuring effective communication.
• Supporting the Nursery Manager in resolving complaints and concerns promptly, reporting to the Regional Manager.
• Supporting, supervising, training, and appraising staff to ensure high-quality childcare and fostering positive relationships.
• Encouraging and celebrating children's development and achievements.
• Maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring health and safety standards.

Minimum Requirements: Hold at least a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have previous experience as an Assistant or Deputy Nursery Manager.

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and evolving. We offer excellent on-the-job learning opportunities with leading practitioners and educators, along with sector-leading training in child development. Our 40 years of success speak to our commitment to quality.

Our Culture

At Busy Bees, our purpose and values guide us. We foster an inclusive environment where applications from all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities are encouraged and valued.