At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Nursery Manager and lead a passionate team in a Montessori environment.
- Company: Exciting new Montessori nursery focused on child development and independence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, discounted childcare, onsite parking, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for career growth and regular team events.
- Why this job: Shape a brand-new nursery and inspire young learners every day.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and previous senior nursery experience required.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 35000 £ per year.
A brand-new nursery brings the opportunity to do more than simply join a team – you can help shape how the setting grows from the very beginning. This exciting new Montessori-based nursery is looking for an experienced early years professional to join as Deputy Nursery Manager. The setting combines Montessori principles with the EYFS framework, creating an environment where children are encouraged to become confident, capable and increasingly independent learners.
The nursery itself has been thoughtfully designed around this approach, with purposeful learning environments that allow children to make choices, explore at their own pace and develop practical skills through meaningful, hands-on experiences.
Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you'll help establish strong standards and routines while supporting the development of a positive, knowledgeable and enthusiastic new team.
What We’re Looking For
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
- Previous senior experience within a nursery setting is essential.
- Experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager, Third in Charge, Room Leader or similar senior position.
- Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
- An interest in or understanding of Montessori principles and practice.
- Previous Montessori experience or qualifications would be advantageous.
- Excellent understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Confidence leading, mentoring and developing Early Years practitioners.
- A positive and hands-on approach to leadership.
What You’ll Receive
- Discounted childcare
- Onsite parking
- Regular team events
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunity to help shape a brand-new Montessori-based nursery
- Excellent opportunity to continue developing your Early Years leadership career
Your Role
- Support the Nursery Manager with the successful day-to-day operation
- Help establish a positive culture, strong routines and consistently high standards
- Lead, support and mentor practitioners across the nursery.
- Support the delivery of Montessori-inspired learning within the EYFS framework.
- Encourage environments and experiences that develop children’s confidence, independence and practical skills.
- Monitor the quality of practice and support continuous improvement across the setting.
- Support staffing, organisation and the smooth running of the nursery day.
- Maintain excellent safeguarding, health and safety and regulatory standards.
- Deputise for the Nursery Manager and confidently take responsibility for the setting when required.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
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