Assistant Nursery Manager — Lead & Develop Early Years

The Old Station Nursery Group; Cofton Hackett CP; On-site; GBP 30,888 - 37,752; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount on childcare based on hrs

Volunteer day: 1 paid day off per year

31 days holiday + Christmas closure +/

The National College training

Perkbox discounts and wellbeing tools

Long-service awards

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group is hiring an Assistant Nursery Manager for a on-site role in Birmingham. You will lead a dedicated nursery team, ensure high-quality early years education, and support the Senior Nursery Manager across operations.

A Level 3 Early Years qualification is required, and sponsorship is not available. Role includes overseeing inspections, safeguarding, and building strong partnerships with families while championing continuous improvement and exceptional care for every

Qualifications

• To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead inspections and be accountable for the nurseries' compliance and smooth operation if the Senior Nursery Manager is supporting other sites.
• Lead and mentor the nursery team to deliver high-quality early years education with pride and energy.
• Support the Senior Nursery Manager in overseeing all aspects of nursery operations, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Act as a role model, fostering initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
• Build strong partnerships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to promote collaboration and outcomes for children.
• Monitor and guide the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework to ensure nurturing learning opportunities.
• Take responsibility for the nursery in the Senior Nursery Manager’s absence, ensuring smooth operations.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and provide constructive feedback for development.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that respects every child’s needs.

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

The Old Station Nursery Group is hiring an Assistant Nursery Manager for a on-site role in Birmingham. You will lead a dedicated nursery team, ensure high-quality early years education, and support the Senior Nursery Manager across operations.

A Level 3 Early Years qualification is required, and sponsorship is not available. Role includes overseeing inspections, safeguarding, and building strong partnerships with families while championing continuous improvement and exceptional care for every