At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Nursery Manager and lead the team to ensure high standards of care and learning.
- Company: Join a nurturing nursery in Stourbridge with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, flexible hours, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and a positive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in early years education and a relevant childcare qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 30076 - 30076 £ per year.
Location: Stourbridge, West Midlands
Hours: Full-time 40 hours per week, all year round
Salary: £30,076.80
Smart Education is currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager on behalf of a supportive nursery setting in Stourbridge. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced early years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a welcoming and nurturing environment.
About the Role
As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager to support the daily running of the nursery and ensure high standards of care, safeguarding, and learning are maintained throughout the setting. You will play a key role in supporting staff, building strong relationships with families, and helping create a positive environment where children can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Nursery Manager with day-to-day operations
- Lead the nursery team in the manager's absence
- Ensure compliance with EYFS and safeguarding requirements
- Support staff mentoring and professional development
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and professionals
- Maintain a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment
- Promote high standards of care and learning throughout the nursery
What’s on Offer
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (increasing with length of service)
- 30% reduction on childcare fees
- Flexible working patterns
- Workplace pension
- Life Assurance
- Private healthcare package
- Ongoing CPD and accredited training opportunities
- Career progression and development pathways
- Coaching and mentoring support
- Annual Company Awards Evening
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Workplace Mental Health First Aiders
- Leadership support
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in a senior nursery practitioner or deputy manager role
- Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Passion for early years education and childcare
- Relevant childcare qualification
- A positive, caring, and proactive attitude
Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years recruitment agency, placing professionals into both temporary and permanent roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND staff, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.
Nursery Deputy Manager in West Bromwich employer: SMART Education Recruitment
Smart Education is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and supportive environment for early years professionals in Stourbridge. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ongoing training opportunities, flexible working patterns, and a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare and a generous holiday allowance. Join us to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while advancing your career in a welcoming community.
Contact Details:
SMART Education Recruitment Recruitment Team