Deputy Manager

Bright Horizons UK; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Level 3+ qualified Deputy Manager for their outstanding nursery in Cambridge. In this full-time role, you will lead a dedicated team, ensuring exceptional care and education for children. You'll be responsible for safeguarding, mentoring staff, and maintaining strong relationships with parents and professionals. This vibrant nursery offers a supportive environment, competitive salary, and numerous benefits, including discounted childcare and access to health programs. Join a company that values teamwork and inclusivity, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

75% discounted childcare for first child

Up to 33 days holiday per year

24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments

Financial support for debt consolidation

Development programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification is essential.
• Experience in Early Years leadership roles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team to deliver exceptional care and education.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead and manage nursery operations.
• Develop partnerships with parents and professionals to support children.

Skills

Early Years Qualification Level 3+

Leadership Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

Communication Skills

Decision Making

Education

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Wolfson Court Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: From £33,099 per annum FTE (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Contract: Fixed Term - Maternity Cover | 9 months | Full Time 40 hours

Location: Cambridge

We are looking for a fixed term, full time, Level 3+ qualified Deputy Manager to join our Bright Horizons Wolfson Court Nursery.

Bright Horizons Wolfson Court Nursery, rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted, is nestled in a secluded area near the city centre. The nursery boasts excellent transport links, with on-site parking, proximity to the M11 and A14, and just a 5-minute walk from the nearest bus stop.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 75% for first child (T&Cs apply)
• Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
• Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out
• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

• Lead, mentor and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education to all children in our care
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead at the nursery, holding overall responsibility for the day to day running of the nursery, and management of safeguarding and child protection policies
• In collaboration with the Nursery Manager, contribute to succession planning, identification and delivery of relevant training, and supporting professional development plans, including coaching and mentoring for all colleagues
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with colleagues, parents and/or carers, as well as other professionals, to meet the needs of each child
• Promote the nursery to both current parents, and potential customers, to support retention and ongoing occupancy growth
• Ensure commercial success of the nursery by maintaining expenditure inline FTEs and budget KPIs
• Engage with the Local Authority to understand the local offer, to support practice in all areas of the nursery

What we’re looking for

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
• Experience within an Early Years leadership role (ideally as a Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Third in Charge or similar)
• Experience of participating with a regulatory inspection, leading to a “Good” or “Outstanding” outcome
• Confident decision maker, with previous experience providing support and leadership to others to enable staff in fulfilling their roles and responsibilities
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children
• Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.