Job Role: Deputy Nursery Manager

Location: Woodcot Primary School, Tukes Avenue, Gosport, PO13 0SG

Salary: £13.25 per hour

Hours: 35.18 hours per week (35 hours and 50 minutes)

Working times: 8.00am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday

Working weeks: Term-time only (39 weeks per year)

Welcome to Gateway Central Services at Woodcot Nursery

 Woodcot Nursery is a much-loved nursery, set within Woodcot Primary School. We provide care and education for children aged from two to four years, term time only. Our setting includes daily access to our extensive outdoor space and unique links with the school.

As part of Gateway Central Services, you’ll be connected to a wider network of nursery and school leaders who regularly share ideas, resources and best practice. You’ll also be supported by a central team, including finance, HR and premises professionals, who will work with you to help shape and deliver your vision for the setting. Whether you’re an experienced Manager or an ambitious Deputy ready for your next step, we’ll make sure you have what you need to succeed.

About the role

As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will assist in overseeing the daily running of the setting – supporting your team, delivering a high-quality curriculum and ensuring all children are safe, happy and thriving.

You will:

• Support the Nursery Manager to lead, coach and appraise a passionate team
• Help deliver an engaging, inclusive EYFS curriculum that reflects our values and community – indoors and out
• Play a key role in championing safeguarding, SEND and wellbeing, ensuring concerns are acted on promptly and effectively
• Support the maintenance of high standards of health, safety and compliance, working closely with the Nursery Manager where needed
• Assist with managing budgets, resources and funding streams, liaising with Gateway Central Services as directed
• Build warm, professional relationships with families and carers, contributing to a positive parent experience
• Contribute confidently to inspection readiness and continuous improvement processes, helping to embed a culture of reflection and quality across the nursery

What we are looking for in candidates: 

·       An experienced childcare professional (Level 3 or above)

·       Skilled in leading others or ready to step up into their first senior leadership role

·       Able to create a nurturing, fun, safe and caring nursery environment that meets the needs of every child, including those with additional needs

·       Confident in understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage’s welfare, learning and development requirements

·       Calm, organised and a strong communicator – both written and verbal

·       Committed to inclusive, high-quality practice and continuous improvement

What you will get in return

·         A Competitive Salary

·         Entry into our NEST pension scheme

·         Free Enhanced DBS

·         Onsite parking

·         Uniform

·         Opportunities for further education and professional development

·         Be part of Gateway Central Services in The Gateway Trust, an organisation dedicated to supporting the local community

More Information and How to Apply

To apply, please submit an application online via MyNewTerm. 

We warmly welcome visits to the nursery. To arrange one, or if you’d like more information about the role, please email: jobs@gatewaytrust.org

We may interview strong candidates before the closing date, so we encourage early applications.

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.