Nursery Deputy Manager
1 day ago
Colchester
Are you a passionate early year professional ready for your next challenge? Step into Leadership at our Tiptree Day Nursery. \n\n Hours - 40 hours per week | Monday – Friday | All year round \n\n Salary - £29,000 per annum \n\n At Tiptree Day Nursery we’re looking for a dedicated and inspiring Deputy Manager to help lead our vibrant, nurturing setting where children thrive and staff feel truly valued. \n\n Tiptree Preschool Nursery provides high-quality childcare with both funded and privately paid spaces to meet the needs of all families. Currently rated Ofsted Good, Tiptree is a nursery that offers a friendly and dedicated staff who create a warm, caring space where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn. \n\n Why Join Us? \n\n\n\t • £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!*\n\t, • Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!\n\t, • Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones\n\t, • Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline\n\t, • Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities\n\t, • Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme*\n\t, • Company Pension Scheme\n\t, • Good Public Transport links\n\t, • Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and happiness of every child, parent, and team member\n\t, • Support the delivery of outstanding EYFS practice across all rooms\n\t, • Manage medication and care plans with diligence and compassion\n\t, • Inspire your team with creativity, consistency, and a positive attitude\n\t, • Maintain accurate records using the EyMan system\n\t, • Step up as a role model, mentor, and motivator for your colleagues\n\t, • Level 3 Childcare Qualification – essential\n\t, • Leadership experience in an early year setting – essential\n\t, • 1+ year in Early Years – essential\n\t, • Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding – essential\n\t, • Level 5 qualification in Childcare or Leadership – desirable\n\t