Early Years Assistant Manager

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Years Assistant Manager to join their dedicated team in Nottingham. This role involves inspiring and leading a talented group to provide outstanding early years education and care. With a commitment to professional development and extensive training opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment. Enjoy a range of benefits, including generous annual leave, wellness support, and a discount on childcare places. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in children's lives, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Extensive training and career progression

100% discount on childcare places

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Birthday leave

Enhanced sickness pay

Paid bereavement leave

Referral scheme up to £300

Wellness benefits including vitality membership

Support for mental health

Savings on O2 plans

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education.
• Experience in early education or childcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursery team to deliver high-quality early years education.
• Model responsive interactions to enhance children's learning.

Skills

Early Years Education

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Microsoft Word

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare Qualification

Job description

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Early Years Assistant Manager, Nottingham

Client: Early Years Alliance

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3d1cf40bbc0d

Job Views: 7

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

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

Langar Nursery based in Langar is a popular setting at the heart of the community. It is a well-established nursery with a strong reputation. Our Langar Nursery is rated Good by Ofsted and is committed to providing quality care and education.

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. 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 offers a supportive workplace with benefits including:

• Extensive training and career progression, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS)
• Investment in FAMLY to reduce paperwork and focus more on children
• 100% discount on childcare places
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional leave for long service
• Birthday leave
• Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave
• Referral scheme with up to £300 for successful referrals
• Wellness benefits including vitality membership and counselling services
• Savings on O2 plans for new phones and tablets
• Support for mental health with a dedicated First Aider

Job purpose:

As the Early Years Assistant Manager, you will:

• Work as part of the nursery management team to inspire and lead the team in delivering high-quality, inclusive early years education and care
• 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, safeguarding, and recruitment using Microsoft Word and other packages
• Ability to inspire and set clear objectives for the team

Additional requirement: an enhanced DBS check if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service.

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

Weeks per year: 52

Virtual interview date: TBC

Please note: Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams; please ensure you have downloaded the application prior to your interview.