Our lovely nursery near Bedford is growing and we are now looking for an experienced Nursery Deputy Manager to join the management team in supporting the day to day running of the Nursery. Our Nursery is very large and running at capacity so the role requires an experienced Nursery Manager who has worked in large settings, who is confident to oversee the nursery in the managers absence, and would be confident in dealing with Ofsted, we would also consider a Nursery Manager who may be looking for the opportunity to be part of a very busy setting and a growing group provider. Hours are 38 per week and we are offering a salary c£34k plus fantastic benefits. The Marston Nursery is a 101 place Nursery, a lovely purpose built setting with a fantastic outdoor environment, based in Marston Moretaine, easily accessible on great transport links from Bedford and Milton Keynes with beautiful outdoor learning environments, part of CC Nurseries Group, with an excellent local reputation. We offer our team great training opportunities and support, excellent facilities and the satisfaction of having the opportunity to deliver truly outstanding care for children. Requirements As a Deputy Manager you will: Support all teams within the Nursery. Work alongside the manager in the day to day operations of the Nursery. Ensure that all teams are providing stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Lead and support your teams together with supporting their training needs to ensure best practice at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Qualified level 3 or above, with at least 4 years experience of working in a Nursery and at least 2 year's experience of a leadership and management role. Benefits CC Nurseries Benefits package includes 30 days Annual Leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays and Xmas Closure Employment Assistance Programme Sovereign Healthcare Programme (join after 3 months of employment) Paid Training - £10 paid to you for every non mandatory training course completed and passed on Noodle and Azilo High street Discounts Star of the moment awards – be recognised in the moment Enhanced discounted childcare, minimum of a 60% discount for nursery employees Annual awards ceremony Flexibility to work around your life commitments Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done