Job Description

Deputy Manager

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Shooting Stars Nursery, Worcester, WR1 3JR

Salary:

32,032 per annum plus benefits

Contract:

Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Monday to Friday | Shifts between 7:30am-6:00pm


Are you a confident early years professional with leadership experience and a passion for high-quality childcare? Shooting Stars Nurseries is looking for a dedicated early years

Deputy Manager

to support the day-to-day running of our Worcester nursery and help lead our fantastic team.


If you're an experienced early years leader looking to grow your career in a nurturing, forward-thinking environment -- we'd love to hear from you so apply today!

About the Role

As Deputy Manager, you'll play a key role in:


Supporting the Nursery Manager in all operational and regulatory aspects Leading the team in the Manager's absence Ensuring safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance standards are met Coaching and mentoring staff to deliver outstanding EYFS provision Maintaining accurate records and supporting inspections and audits Building strong relationships with families and external agencies

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:


Level 3 qualified (or above) in Early Years Experienced in a senior or leadership role within a day nursery Confident in delivering the EYFS and supporting children with SEND Knowledgeable in safeguarding and child protection procedures A strong communicator and team motivator

Why Join Shooting Stars?

We offer a supportive, inclusive culture where your wellbeing and career development come first.

Our benefits include:

Career progression across our network of 6 local nurseries Funded training, CPD, coaching & mentoring Annual pay & benefits review + 50% childcare discount Paid holiday increasing with service Mental Health First Aid, EAP & Team Voice feedback sessions Free uniform, DBS check & a dedicated team break room with snacks and drinks Monthly GEM Awards, team socials & annual recognition events

Safeguarding Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children within our care and expect all those employed by Shooting Stars Nurseries to share this commitment. All posts involve working with children and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You are required to declare any convictions that you may have, including those that would otherwise be regarded as 'spent' under this Act and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Benefits

Why Join Shooting Stars?

We offer a supportive, inclusive culture where your wellbeing and career development come first.

Our benefits include:

Career progression across our network of 6 local nurseries Funded training, CPD, coaching & mentoring Annual pay & benefits review + 50% childcare discount Paid holiday increasing with service Mental Health First Aid, EAP & Team Voice feedback sessions Free uniform, DBS check & a dedicated team break room with snacks and drinks Monthly GEM Awards, team socials & annual recognition events


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