Trainee Nursery Deputy Manager

Level 3 Trainee Deputy Nursery Manager

Full-time | Permanent | Level 3 Qualified | | Salary - £13.70 per hour

About Lime Tree

Lime Tree Nurseries is a family-run business with eight nurseries across South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire. The Curiosity Approach, child-led learning and career development are at the heart of what we do.

We believe children learn through curiosity, exploration and discovery, and our teams are encouraged to follow children's interests and create environments that inspire creativity and independence.

We are looking for an experienced Level 3 Trainee Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of our North Anston nursery.

About the Role

You will

Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day management and smooth running of the nursery.

Lead, support and motivate the staff team, including recruitment, induction, supervision and development.

Support high standards of safeguarding, care and education in line with the EYFS and Ofsted requirements.

Work alongside the team to deliver an ambitious, flexible and child-led curriculum within engaging environments.

Use your knowledge of child development to support effective observation and assessment.

Ensure staffing levels, ratios, policies and procedures are maintained.

Support the management of concerns, complaints and incidents, escalating where appropriate.

Promote a positive and professional environment for children, families and staff.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare.

Experience working within an early years setting.

Experience of supporting or leading a team.

Good knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development.

Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.

A positive, caring and professional approach.

A genuine passion for Early Years and developing others.

What We Offer

Competitive salary/pay.

Flexible working opportunities.

Qualification-related pay.

Discounted childcare.

Half-day paid birthday leave.

Free CPD and training.

Trainee Manager Programme and career progression.

Staff events and recruitment bonus.

Company pension and referral programme.

Career Development

We are committed to developing our team and supporting career progression. As a Deputy Manager, you will have opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress towards Nursery Manager and further leadership positions within Lime Tree Nurseries.

If you're ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and want to be part of a nursery where curiosity, creativity and child-led learning are at the heart of what we do, we'd love to hear from you.