Job Description

Deputy Nursery Manager

Location: Little Adventures Nursery - St Philips, Bristol

Salary: From 30,742 | Full-time, Permanent | Monday to Friday

Are you a passionate early years professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

At

Little Adventures Nursery St Philips

, due to continued growth, we're looking for a confident and capable

Deputy Manager

to help shape the future of our nursery alongside an experienced and inspiring team. If you're ready to lead with heart, drive quality with purpose, and want career progression opportunities to support you to aim towards becoming a Nursery Manager, this could be your perfect next move.

Your Career, Your Adventure

This role is more than just a job title - it's your next leadership chapter. You'll have the opportunity to apply for our

Future Leaders Programme

, designed to prepare you for full Nursery Manager responsibilities through structured mentoring, bespoke training and real experience.

Whether you're an existing Deputy looking to grow, or a Room Leader ready to step up, we'll support you every step of the way.

What You'll Be Doing

As Deputy Manager, you'll:

Support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of the setting Be a trusted key holder and step confidently into leadership in the Manager's absence Coach and inspire the team to deliver outstanding practice Lead on learning and development strategies for children and staff Champion our inclusive, outdoor-rich, child-led curriculum Build strong, positive relationships with families and the wider community Help drive enrolment and build the nursery's local reputation Stay up to date with legislation and be a safeguarding champion across the setting

What We're Looking For

We're searching for a motivated, reflective leader with the passion and purpose to deliver exceptional outcomes for children, families and staff.

You'll need:

A

Level 3 or above

Early Years qualification

2+ years' experience

in a nursery setting, with previous leadership experience Strong understanding of the

EYFS

, safeguarding and best practice Excellent communication, interpersonal and team leadership skills The ability to inspire, support and develop others A calm, flexible approach with a "solutions not problems" mindset An enhanced

DBS check

(or willingness to obtain one)

What's In It For You?

Competitive pay

- starting from 30,742

Birthday day off

- your special day, your time

25 days' holiday

, increasing with each year of service

Future Leaders Programme

- structured pathway to Nursery Manager

Employee Assistance Programme

- wellbeing support when you need it

Cycle to work scheme

Free snacks and meals

during your shift

Staff discounts & perks

Regular company events

and socials

40+ hours of paid training

annually

Refer a Friend scheme

- get rewarded for great recommendations
Ongoing coaching, mentoring and real progression opportunities

Join the Adventure

If you're ready to step into a meaningful leadership role and want to grow with a company that values your ambition, apply now and start your next adventure with us.

We are committed to Safer Recruitment, therefore this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and at least 2 satisfactory references.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 30,742.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Childcare Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Which Early Years qualification do you hold?
Work Location: In person