Muddy Boots Nurseries
Deputy Nursery Manager
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Deputy Nursery Manager
Job Title: Deputy Manager
Location: Muddy Boots Drighlington, Leeds
Salary: Up to £15.10 per hour (within the top 10% of nurseries in the area)
Join Our Award-Winning Team!
At Muddy Boots, we’re proud to be an award-winning nursery, recognised for our commitment to excellence in early years education. We provide children with unique outdoor learning experiences, where they can explore, play, and thrive in nature. Our passionate team makes a real difference in young lives every day, and we’re looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to join us on this exciting journey!
We are looking for a Deputy Manager to work as part of the leadership team at Muddy Boots in Drighlington. If you have the qualifications and experience to fill this role - we would love to hear from you!
About The Role
Role Overview:
As a Deputy Manager at Muddy Boots, you will be an integral part of our management team, responsible for delivering high-quality, nature-based learning experiences. We believe that outdoor adventures are at the heart of childhood development, and we are committed to fostering a fun, supportive, and enriching environment for both children and staff.
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Key Responsibilities
Support staff to plan and deliver engaging learning activities, with a focus on outdoor play and exploration
Observe, assess, and support children’s individual learning journeys
Build strong relationships with children, families, and team members
Ensure a safe, inspiring, and stimulating environment for all children
Contribute to a happy, healthy, and thriving team that loves what they do!
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What We’re Looking For
✔️ Passion for outdoor education and a commitment to nature-based learning
✔️ Experience in early years education (Level 3 qualified a minimum)
✔️ A proactive and positive attitude with great teamwork skills
✔️ Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
What we offer
What We Offer
Be part of an award-winning nursery that values excellence and innovation
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Top 10% pay in the area, up to £15.10 per hour
4-day work week for full-time staff – more time for you!
Extra holiday days for long-standing team members
Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
Employee Assistance Programme – mental health support & coaching
Staff treats, events & parties – because we value YOU!
️ Free lunches, tea & snacks to keep you fuelled
Free on-site parking Ready to Join the Muddy Boots Family?
If you love the idea of working in an award-winning nursery where the great outdoors is at the heart of everything we do, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Now and start your adventure with us!
Muddy Boots is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring that the terms and conditions of employment for staff and selection processes for potential employees are equitable and non-discriminatory. All positions offered by Muddy Boots are subject to receiving two satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check, as part of our safeguarding duties.
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