Job Description

We have a position available for a Deputy Nursery Manager.

The Deputy Manager will be based in The Chessel Centre, BS3 3DN and will be leading on our internal childcare offer, focusing on practice, observations, assessments and our internal offer. This is a full-time position, can be 37.5- 40 hours a week Monday to Friday. Deputy manager is a hybrid role, working both in nursery rooms and the office and supporting a SEN coordinator. This position is fixed term to cover our current Deputy Manager who is on maternity leave, we hope to find the right candidate to support us until end of March 2027.

Who we are...

BS3 Community Development is an independent charity-run nursery working across two sites in Southville and Bedminster: The Southville Centre and the Chessel Centre. Our charity aims to improve the lives and well-being of people who live and work within the BS3 postcode and we are looking for our newest team member to help us achieve this goal.

We are looking for...

We are looking for someone who enjoys the company of others, who demonstrates confidence in delivering high-quality, high-performance results, and can support, lead, and manage others effectively. We are searching for someone with knowledge and understanding with managing teams, the Ofsted process and support the Head of Early Education in upholding high standards.

You must be a practitioner qualified to Level 6 or above. We are searching for someone who is passionate about supporting children as they take their first steps into the world. Someone who has a sound knowledge of the EYFS and Birth to Five. Someone who is confident in ensuring statutory welfare requirements and Ofsted expectations. We are searching for a second Deputy to work with the Early Education and Childcare leadership team and support our purpose of creating a wonderful place for our children and families to attend.

You will be passionate about providing our nursery customers with a secure, warm, and safe environment. You will see the potential in all the children in our care and will work closely with our team to create interesting opportunities for each child to develop and shine. We are looking for someone who can bring new concepts, ideas, and passion to their work, helping to support the Lead Practitioners in their work. The role will line manage up to 3 direct reports.

Our promise to our staff...

We are committed to supporting our staff team to help them fulfil their ambitions, with 26% of our early years team currently undertaking CPD training. We encourage research projects and understand how important the Early Years is, and the difference we make to each child.

We want to add value to our children's experiences with us, but also our staff's development, and are involved in the Bristol Standard, the Ambitious Two-Year Olds Project and Music research projects. Internally, we invite staff to participate in special interest action groups, including our Garden and Outdoor Learning Committee and our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging group.

We are excited to hear your thoughts on these, and many other, exciting projects that enhance our practice and develop how we care for and educate the children in our care.

HOURS:

37.5- 40 hours.

CONTRACT:

Fixed term until the end of March 2027

RATE OF PAY:

Between 30,423.69 and 32,451.94 depending on hours. 15.56 per hour (due to increase from 1st April 2026)

QUALIFICATIONS:

We are accepting those qualified to level 6 and above.

CLOSING DATE:

Thursday 19th February

SHORTLISTING:

Friday 20th February

INTERVIEWS:

Thursday 26th February.

SAFEGUARDING NOTE:

As this role is working in a "regulated activity" according to the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate (DBS).

We are committed to equality and diversity and are actively seeking people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.

We know that to successfully fulfil our vision (aim) we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve.

Let us know if you require any adaptations or further support to apply for this job.

We welcome visits prior to interview to see the Centre are encouraged as we understand that leaving a current role, and stepping into a new role can be worrying. If this is something you would like to do, please email HR@bs3community.org.uk to arrange a suitable date and time. Visits will not be offered from Friday 20th February.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 30,423.69-32,451.94 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person