Deputy Nursery Manager

Vantage Education Partners Ltd • Permanent • Truro, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom • £30.70k / year • 3w ago

Deputy Nursery Manager – Truro

Salary: £30,700 per annum

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Advertised by Vantage Education Partners

Vantage Education Partners is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly respected, family-run nursery group in the Truro area.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to support the leadership of a successful and well-established nursery renowned for delivering exceptional childcare and early years education.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious early years professional looking to take the next step in their leadership career. Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of care, education and safeguarding while helping to inspire and develop a passionate team.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary of £30,700 per annum
Annual pay reviews and loyalty-based salary increases
Discounted childcare
Fully funded CPD and professional development
Leadership development and career progression opportunities
Salary sacrifice benefits
Pension scheme
Generous holiday allowance
Flexible working arrangements
Staff wellbeing initiatives
Employee reward and recognition programme
Regular team celebrations and seasonal events
Free parking

The Role

As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding are maintained at all times.

You will lead by example, helping to motivate and develop the team while creating an inspiring learning environment where children can flourish. In the Nursery Manager's absence, you will confidently oversee the day-to-day operation of the setting and ensure continuity of outstanding practice.

This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who is passionate about early years education and enjoys supporting both children and colleagues to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day leadership and organisation of the nursery.
Lead the setting in the Nursery Manager's absence.
Inspire, motivate and mentor practitioners to deliver outstanding childcare and education.
Ensure the nursery operates in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), safeguarding legislation and statutory requirements.
Promote high-quality teaching, learning and child development across the setting.
Assist with staff supervision, inductions, appraisals and ongoing professional development.
Build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and external professionals.
Support occupancy, staffing ratios and the efficient day-to-day running of the nursery.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and Ofsted readiness.
Help maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

About You

We're looking for a motivated and supportive leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional early years education.

You will have:

A minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5 or above desirable).
Previous experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager, Room Leader, Third in Charge or within another senior role in an early years setting.
Excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), safeguarding legislation and Ofsted requirements.
An Enhanced DBS check and Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Join?

Our client has built an outstanding reputation by investing in both its children and its people. You'll become part of a supportive organisation that encourages professional growth, values new ideas and provides genuine opportunities to progress your career into nursery management.

If you're an experienced early years professional looking to take the next step into a rewarding leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

Vantage Education Partners is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Apply today through Vantage Education Partners to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

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