Early Years Assistant Manager

Early Years Alliance; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Years Assistant Manager to support the team in delivering outstanding early years education and care. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire young minds while benefiting from extensive training and career progression. With a strong commitment to quality, the organization provides a supportive workplace with generous perks, including childcare discounts and a robust pension scheme. Join a community-focused setting that values professional development and well-being, making a significant impact on children's lives.

Benefits

100% discount on childcare and early education places

Extensive training and career progression

Generous workplace pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Birthday leave

Enhanced sickness pay

Paid bereavement leave

Referral bonus scheme up to £300

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Savings on O2 plans

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education.
• Post-qualification experience in early education or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the team in delivering high-quality early years education.
• Model sensitive interactions to extend children's learning.

Skills

Management Experience

Written Communication Skills

Childcare Knowledge

Team Leadership

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

About The Role

Is early years your passion? We are looking for a skilled and creative Early Years Assistant Manager - Maternity Cover who can support the Early Years Manager to inspire and lead the team to deliver outstanding early years education and care.

Longstanton Pre-School, based in Cambridge, is a popular setting at the heart of the community. Our Longstanton Pre-School is rated Good by Ofsted and scored 9.9 on Day Nurseries.

If you already have management experience or are looking to take the next step in your career, the Early Years Alliance offers extensive training and professional development opportunities.

What we offer:

We are proud to be part of the Early Years Alliance family of settings. Founded over 60 years ago, the Alliance is an educational charity dedicated to supporting quality early years education and care for children and families.

The Alliance provides a supportive workplace with benefits including:

• 100% discount on childcare and early education places (for staff in our early years settings)
• Extensive training and career progression, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS)
• Investment in FAMLY to reduce paperwork and focus more on children
• A generous workplace pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional leave for long service
• Birthday leave for your well-being
• Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave
• Referral bonus scheme up to £300
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including helpline, counselling, legal, debt, and wellbeing resources
• Savings of up to 25% on O2 plans for phones and tablets
• Support from a mental health First Aider

Job purpose:

As the Early Years Assistant Manager, you will:

• Work with the nursery management team to inspire and lead the team in delivering high-quality, inclusive early years education and care, adhering to policies and procedures
• Model sensitive and responsive interactions, extending children’s learning
• Maintain quality and safety standards at all times

Requirements:

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare qualification or equivalent
• Post-qualification experience in early education and childcare or similar environment
• Strong written communication skills for reports, correspondence, and documentation using Microsoft Word and other software
• Ability to inspire and set clear objectives for self and team

Note: An enhanced DBS check is required if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service.

For full duties and requirements, please download the detailed job description attached with this advert.

Hours per week: 40

Weeks per year: 39

Interview date: TBC

About The Service

The Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, ensuring equal opportunities in employment. All staff must share this commitment and follow policies promoting safeguarding and equality.

For more information about our setting, visit https://www.eyalliance.org.uk/longstanton-pre-school