At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a nursery team to deliver exceptional early years education.
- Company: Small Friends Day Nursery, a nurturing environment focused on children's growth.
- Benefits: Free childcare for the first month, 52% discount, 31 days holiday, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in a vibrant nursery with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
The predicted salary is between 30097 - 30097 £ per year.
Join Our Team as a Deputy Nursery Manager - (Non Room Based)! Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on children’s lives? At Small Friends, we’re seeking a passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to support our team in delivering exceptional care and education. Step into a leadership role where you’ll mentor, guide, and create brighter futures for children, families, and your team. To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification. Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
- Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.
- Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus a Christmas closure week and your birthday off!
- Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses.
- Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
- Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
Pay £30,097 per annum, based on experience (40 hours per week).
Working Hours Monday to Friday
Location Small Friends Day Nursery, 15 Rectory Grove, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2HA
What being a Deputy Nursery Manager involves
- Lead and mentor the nursery team to deliver high-quality early years education with pride and energy.
- Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing all aspects of nursery operations, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Act as a role model, fostering an environment of initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
- Build strong partnerships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to promote collaboration and excellent outcomes for children.
- Monitor and guide the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework, ensuring engaging and nurturing learning opportunities.
- Take responsibility for the nursery in the Nursery Manager’s absence, ensuring smooth operations.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, providing constructive feedback and supporting professional development within your team.
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that respects the unique needs of every child.
About our Nursery
Our nursery offers a home-from-home experience where personal connections and relationships are cherished. We focus on building strong bonds between our team and your child, as well as encouraging meaningful friendships among the children in our care. In addition to our inviting indoor spaces, we are proud to make the most of our outdoor facilities, including our vibrant nursery garden and the nearby Bell Wharf Beach. The garden provides a fantastic setting for children to connect with nature through investigative play and creative activities. Small Friends Day Nursery is conveniently located in the heart of Leigh-on-Sea, just a short walk from the Broadway and close to the picturesque Library Gardens. You’ll find us on Rectory Grove situated next to Ugo’s Café and Wish Boutique. If you’re arriving by car, there is ample parking available nearby, and you can also reach us easily by public transport with several bus stops and Leigh-on-Sea train station just a short distance away.
Passionate about leadership in early years? Join us and make a real impact – apply today!
The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.
Deputy Nursery Manager in Leigh employer: The Old Station Nursery Group
At Small Friends Day Nursery, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values our team members and their contributions to children's lives. With a strong focus on professional development, generous benefits including free childcare for the first month and 31 days of holiday, and a supportive work culture that encourages creativity and collaboration, we create an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Located in the heart of Leigh-on-Sea, our nursery offers a vibrant setting with ample opportunities for outdoor play and community engagement, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
The Old Station Nursery Group Recruitment Team
