Assistant Nursery Manager - £500 Welcome Perk

The Old Station Nursery Group; Twigworth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare

52% discount

Volunteer day

Holiday and celebrations

The National College training

Perkbox discounts

Long-service rewards

Welcome perk £500

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Innsworth is hiring an Assistant Nursery Manager to help lead and inspire the team while maintaining excellence in daily room responsibilities. You will mentor staff, support the Nursery Manager, and drive quality care and education across our setting.

Role requires Level 3 Early Years qualification and a commitment to safeguarding. We offer a generous benefits package including early years perks and family discounts.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is required.
• Experience leading nursery teams is preferred.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the nursery team to deliver high-quality early years education.
• Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing all aspects of nursery operations.
• Act as a role model, fostering initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
• Build partnerships with families and external agencies to promote collaboration and excellent outcomes for children.
• Ensure EYFS framework is implemented effectively across settings.
• Take responsibility in the Nursery Manager’s absence to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

EYFS knowledge

People management

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Assistant Nursery Manager!

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on children’s lives? At Innsworth, we’re seeking a passionate Assistant 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.

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• 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 & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day:1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.
• £500 WELCOME PERK

Pay:£35,360 - £35,360 per Annum, based on experience (40 hours per week).
Working Hours:Monday to Friday -40 hours over 4 days 7.30 - 6pm no set day off
Location:The Old Station Nursery Innsworth,Imjin Barracks,Innsworth,Gloucestershire,GL3 1ET

What being a Assistant Nursery Managerinvolves

As a Assistant 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 team’s 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 Nursery

The Old Station Nursery Innsworth provides exceptional childcare in a purpose-built, eco-friendly setting opposite Imjin Barracks. Our purpose-built nursery setting offers spacious, sunlit rooms ideal for exploration, featuring eco-friendly elements like a sedum roof and rainwater harvesting. Outside, our expansive garden exhibits a mud kitchen, vegetable garden, and engaging outdoor activities our children love. To locate The Old Station Nursery Innsworth, follow signs to HQ ARRC and turn opposite Imjin Store. Situated directly across from Imjin Barracks and just 5 minutes from the A40. There is parking available onsite next to Costcutter.

The 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.

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