At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Nursery Manager and lead a team to create a nurturing environment for children.
- Company: Welcoming nursery in Frome with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, career progression, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Friendly environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years and experience in a supervisory role.
We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to join our welcoming and supportive team in Frome. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced early years professional looking to step into a leadership role and make a real difference in children's lives.
Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will help oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
Key Responsibilities- Support the Nursery Manager in the overall management of the setting
- Lead and inspire a team of early years practitioners
- Ensure high standards of care, learning, and safeguarding are maintained
- Assist with staff supervision, training, and development
- Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers
- Maintain compliance with OFSTED standards, policies, and procedures
- Contribute to curriculum planning in line with the EYFS framework
- Support occupancy growth and overall nursery performance
- Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years / Childcare
- Proven experience in a senior or supervisory role within a nursery
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- In-depth knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A genuine passion for early childhood development and care
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Opportunities for career progression
- Pension scheme
- Generous holiday allowance
Deputy Nursery Manager in Trowbridge employer: Prospero Teaching
Join our dedicated team in Frome, Somerset, where we prioritise a supportive and nurturing work culture for our staff. As a Deputy Nursery Manager, you will benefit from ongoing professional development, a competitive salary, and a generous holiday allowance, all while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. We are committed to fostering your growth and providing a fulfilling career path in early years education.