Assistant Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover)

TN United Kingdom; Haslemere; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Assistant Nursery Manager for a maternity cover role in Haslemere. This full-time position is perfect for someone with proven leadership and organizational skills, eager to contribute to a nurturing environment for children. The successful candidate will work closely with the Nursery Manager, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing the quality of care and education. With a variety of exciting benefits, including a company bonus scheme and staff discounts, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young children while enjoying a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Birthday day off

Company Bonus Scheme

Long service awards

Annual Christmas party

Opportunity to purchase additional Holiday

50% staff discount on childcare

Discounts at over 1,500 retailers

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in childcare required.
• Experience in the childcare sector is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with registration and legislative requirements.
• Engage with children and support staff in their roles.
• Manage employment relations issues.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organisational Skills

Understanding of EYFS

Marketing Skills

Education

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Higher Childcare Qualification

Management or Leadership Qualification

Job description

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Toad Hall Nursery Group

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Assistant Nursery Manager (MAT Cover) - Chestnut Avenue, Haslemere, GU27 2AT

We are currently looking for someone with proven leadership skills to join our team as an Assistant Nursery Manager in Haslemere. This full-time (40 hours a week) position would suit someone with excellent people and organisational skills who is looking for an exciting role in a great nursery. Working alongside the Nursery Manager on all aspects of running the nursery, the successful candidate will have an understanding of marketing and managing occupancy, along with an excellent understanding of the EYFS and the impact this has on quality in the nursery.

Please be advised if you do not possess a full and relevant qualification or experience within the childcare sector your application will not be considered.

We offer the following amazing benefits and opportunities within our established nursery group:

• Birthday day off or Christmas shopping day
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years’ service!
• Annual Christmas party for all Toad Hall Staff
• Opportunity to purchase additional Holiday
• 50% staff discount on childcare places
• Discount and savings at over 1,500 retailers through PerkPal

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with registration and legislative requirements, including any requirements outlined by Ofsted.
• Proactively engage with the children in the setting, taking an active role in their care, learning and development while at the nursery and supporting staff in all aspects of their role.
• Support in rooms as required to ensure compliance with the EYFS and meet the needs of the nursery.
• Take responsibility for quality and audits across the setting.
• Full involvement in the recruitment and retention of staff.
• Manage employment relations issues such as probation reviews, flexible working, grievances, attendance management and disciplinary issues.
• Support the Nursery Manager with the management of the nursery’s budget and occupancy.
• Having lots of fun!

Your qualifications and experience:

In addition to a full and relevant Level 3 qualification and DBS check, the ideal candidate will also have a higher childcare qualification and/or a management or leadership qualification. Please be aware that candidates who do not have the relevant experience will not be considered.

Do you have a passion for working with young children and a desire to help them flourish in a caring and nurturing environment? Would you like the chance to bring stories to life and develop a young child’s imagination?

If so, we would be excited to discuss our opportunities further with you after receiving your application!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.