Nursery Trainee Manager

Tops Day Nurseries Ltd.; Taunton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops

Blue Light Card & Each Person perks

Health & wellbeing support - NHS, eye/

Holiday allowance including birthday &

Job summary

Tops Mini Mariners Nursery in Taunton, Somerset, is seeking a Nursery Trainee Manager to support day-to-day operations and ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children. This role is designed for individuals aiming to develop management skills within childcare, working closely with the Nursery Manager and team.

The ideal candidate will hold Level 3 Early Years qualifications, have solid EYFS knowledge, and a good safeguarding ethos.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.
• Have a solid knowledge of the EYFS
• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations, ensuring health, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Assist in training, mentoring, and guiding staff to deliver quality childcare
• Monitor children's development and implement educational activities
• Build strong relationships with parents, addressing concerns and promoting events
• Help with admin tasks like attendance, incident reports, and budgeting
• Support policy implementation and ensure staff and parent adherence
• Maintain a safe, hygienic environment with regular checks and upkeep
• Collaborate with the team to improve care and education

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding procedures

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Location: Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset

Job type: Full Time Permanent

Salary: £15.94 Hour (depend on the qualification)

Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week (between 7.30am-6.30pm)

Why Join Tops Day Nurseries?

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe great childcare starts with great people. Since 1990, we have been creating inspiring early years environments where children thrive and colleagues are valued, supported, and given room to grow. As the UK's largest employee-owned childcare group, every team member has a voice, a stake in our success, and real opportunities to shape their future.

With more than 30 nurseries across the South of England, we offer rewarding opportunities for Apprentices, Nursery Practitioners, Nursery Managers, and Casual Staff who share our passion for outstanding early years care.

Proud winners of the 2026 King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development and recognised as a World's Happiest Workplace 2025, we are proud to be a place where people love to work and children love to learn.

About The Nursery Trainee Manager Role

Do you have Early Years Leadership experience and looking for a fresh new challenge?

As a Nursery Trainee Manager, you will support the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. This role is designed for individuals aspiring to develop management skills within a childcare setting. You will work closely with the Nursery Manager and staff to promote high standards of care and education.

About The Nursery

Tops Mini Mariners Nursery is a 36-place eco-friendly day nursery and preschool in Taunton, providing Early Education and Care for children aged 3 months to preschool. Our open-plan, natural learning environment supports children to explore, play, and develop at their own pace. Our passionate team creates engaging, sensory-rich activities that encourage imagination and learning through play. We also explore themed learning and a monthly "language of the month" , helping children discover different cultures, countries, and foods from around the world. Activities includes cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, football fun, and tooth brushing, supporting a fun, inclusive, and curiosity-led approach to learning.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you'll enjoy as part of our family.

• Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries
• Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform (gyms, cinema, shopping, travel & many more)
• Health & wellbeing support- NHS prescriptions, optical care & dental treatment
• A generous holiday allowance- including your birthday off & a wellbeing day!

As well as many more exciting benefits! You can view the full list on our page or Careers website:

What does the Nursery Manager role involve?

• Support daily operations, ensuring health, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Assist in training, mentoring, and guiding staff to deliver quality childcare
• Monitor children's development and implement educational activities
• Build strong relationships with parents, addressing concerns and promoting events
• Help with admin tasks like attendance, incident reports, and budgeting
• Support policy implementation and ensure staff and parent adherence
• Maintain a safe, hygienic environment with regular checks and upkeep
• Collaborate with the team to improve care and education

What are we looking for?

• A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.
• Have a solid knowledge of the EYFS
• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures

Important Safeguarding Information

• Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. If you don't yet have one, you'll need to cover the cost.
• Be eligible to work in regulated roles- not on the Children's Barred List.
• Successfully complete background and reference checks.

At Tops Day Nurseries, we are an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.