(BN) Deputy Nursery Manager

RAFA Kidz Ltd; Carterton; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Carterton is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager in delivering the highest quality care. The role involves overseeing nursery activities and ensuring that every child in the setting receives personalized attention. Candidates should have strong knowledge of Early Years and relevant childcare qualifications, along with previous management experience. This position offers a competitive salary of £33,394 for 38 hours per week and various benefits including subsidised childcare and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Subsidised childcare

Refer a Friend Bonus

Time off over Christmas

Onsite Gyms

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a deputy or management role in childcare.
• Understanding of the unique needs of military families.
• Commitment to continuous improvement in quality of care.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Nursery Manager to ensure quality care.
• Support staff development and exceptional childcare delivery.
• Undertake responsibilities to cover for the Nursery Manager as needed.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Early Years

Nurturing personality

Previous experience in a management role

Ability to cover additional responsibilities

Education

Relevant childcare qualifications

Job description

Overview

Deputy Nursery Manager – Winner of the Nursery Group of the Year 2025. RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Brize Norton OX18 3LX. Salary: £33394, 38 hours per week.

We offer

• Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Time off over the Christmas period
• Onsite Gyms at set locations
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Our RAFAKidz family

Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our 21 settings we create experiences that are special, unique and child focused. Our staff are specially selected for their loving and caring nature, as well as their expertise. The needs of military families are unique, and at RAFAKidz we take extra care to make sure those needs are met.

For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances you could provide experiences and opportunities that will help them be confident and reach their potential.

Role

You will be working closely with our Nursery Manager, to strengthen and grow the quality of our care and our team. You will bring strong knowledge of Early Years, together with the appropriate qualifications, along with a nurturing personality and a desire to achieve the absolute best outcomes for our children. Ideally you will have previous experience in either a deputy or management role and be confident undertaking additional responsibilities to cover the Nursery Manager role from time to time (holidays etc). Please review the complete job description for the full overview of requirements. This is available to download on our website www.rafakidz.org.uk

Why join us

We pride ourselves on being an organisation that nurtures our nurseries and teams. With a brilliant range of nursery resources, you will be provided with the tools to deliver exceptional childcare for the local community. By joining RAFAKidz we commit to your ongoing career development and future opportunities.

How to apply and enquiries

Come and meet us! We welcome enquiries and visits. Please contact us to view the nursery and learn more about the role. Telephone: [phone].

To apply

Apply via our website www.rafakidz.org.uk

Closing date

Closing date Friday 2 January; however interviews are ongoing and we may close this advert early, so please do not delay in applying.