Deputy Nursery Leader — 4-Day Week, Coaching & Quality

Education at Ivy Resource Group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Education at Ivy Resource Group is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager in Gloucester. The role combines room-based practice with leadership duties, focusing on quality improvement, coaching, and staff development. Initially, the role is room-based and becomes more leadership-focused as occupancy grows.

You will support the Nursery Manager, lead curriculum delivery, and drive safeguarding and statutory compliance across the setting, while keeping strong partnerships with families.

Qualifications

• Experienced in early years practice with strong understanding of child development and EYFS.
• Experience leading a room and supporting and developing colleagues.
• Good understanding of safeguarding, child development and EYFS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and champion the nursery curriculum to be engaging and responsive to children's interests.
• Embed nursery policies and procedures to ensure high standards across the setting.
• Support the Nursery Manager with day-to-day operations and assume responsibility in the Manager's absence.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards of practice with the leadership team.
• Coach, mentor and support practitioners to develop skills and confidence.
• Monitor children’s learning and development to ensure progress and positive outcomes.
• Assist with planning, assessments, observations and next steps for meaningful learning.
• Create stimulating learning environments that promote curiosity and independence.
• Work with parents and carers to support children’s learning journeys and family engagement.
• Contribute to safeguarding, welfare and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Staff development

Communication

Child development

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Education at Ivy Resource Group is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager in Gloucester. The role combines room-based practice with leadership duties, focusing on quality improvement, coaching, and staff development. Initially, the role is room-based and becomes more leadership-focused as occupancy grows.

You will support the Nursery Manager, lead curriculum delivery, and drive safeguarding and statutory compliance across the setting, while keeping strong partnerships with families.