Nursery Deputy Manager at Paignton - Long Road

Mama Bear's Day Nursery Limited; Paignton; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Manager to join their friendly team in a purpose-built nursery. This full-time role involves supporting the management team, leading dedicated staff, and ensuring the highest standards of care for children. With a focus on professional development, the nursery offers a nurturing environment for both children and staff. The position includes generous benefits such as holiday, training opportunities, and childcare discounts, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about early years education and childcare.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Ongoing training and development

Free uniform

Free lunch

50% childcare discount

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must have supervisory experience in an Early Years setting.
• Hold a Level 3 Early Years Qualification as a minimum.

Responsibilities

• Support management and lead a dedicated team at the nursery.
• Ensure the highest standard of care for children.

Skills

Supervisory experience in Early Years Setting

Knowledge of EYFS

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of Ofsted standards

Health & Safety knowledge

Child Protection legislation knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery Deputy Manager at Paignton - Long Road

Long Road, Paignton

Full Time, Permanent

13.48 ph / 28,038 per annum

27 Mar 2025

Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager

Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Manager to join our friendly team at Mama Bear’s Day Nursery, Paignton. Our nursery is located on Long Road and is a lovely purpose-built facility offering outstanding childcare for all families in Paignton and the surrounding area. Children are cared for in three well-resourced rooms and are able to free-flow between the light and spacious rooms and the lovely outdoor area.

As Deputy Manager, you will join the leadership team and support with the management of the nursery where you will lead a team of dedicated staff, ensuring the highest standard and quality of care.

To be considered for the role, you must demonstrate the following:

• Previous supervisory experience within an Early Years Setting
• Hold a Full and Relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification as a minimum
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to work to targets and deadlines
• Strong leadership skills
• Knowledge of Ofsted standards, Health & Safety and Child Protection Legislation

This role is a full time position, 40 hours per week. We offer a competitive salary dependent on qualifications and experience. Generous benefits include 28 days holiday per year, on going training and development, free uniform, free lunch, 50% childcare discount, and a company pension scheme.

Due to the nature of this job, it will be necessary for a criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people where all staff and volunteers share this commitment. Mama Bear's Day Nursery is an Equal Opportunities employer.