Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools
Early Years Assistant Manager
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Early Years Assistant Manager
Location: Yeovil
Salary: c£35k Plus performance related bonus
Additional Benefits value: £6.5k
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Having achieved ‘Expected Standard’ in our recent Ofsted inspection, we are creating a new leadership role offering the chance to work alongside our Early Years Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the nursery during an exciting period of growth and development. If you're committed to delivering exceptional early years education, inspiring teams, and making a lasting difference to children's lives, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
This is more than just a management role. It's an opportunity to be part of a nursery with ambitious plans, a strong community reputation, and a genuine commitment to supporting its people to thrive.
This role is ideal for an Early Years leader looking to take the next step in their career within an organisation that invests in our people.
What You'll Be Doing
As the Assistant Manager, you will:
- Lead and support the day-to-day operations of the nursery
- Inspire, motivate and develop a high-performing team
- Ensure excellent standards of care, education and safeguarding
- Maintain compliance with EYFS, Ofsted and statutory requirements
- Support occupancy growth, resource management and budget planning
- Build strong partnerships with children, families and the local community
- Lead staff supervision, coaching and professional development
- Drive continuous improvement and quality across the setting
- Create a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children can thrive
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What we’re looking for:
We're seeking a confident and passionate early years professional who can lead by example and bring out the best in others.
Essential Requirements
- At least be qualified to Level 3 in Early Years or Childcare
- Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within an early years setting
- Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements
- Excellent communication, organisational and people management skills
- A proactive, approachable and supportive leadership style
- Passion for delivering outstanding care and education
What We Offer
We're proud to offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where people can develop and thrive.
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Flexible Working
Please talk to us about flexible working options.
Learning and Development
- Ongoing professional development.
- Opportunities to grow your career.
Health and Wellbeing
- Mental health and wellbeing support.
- Generous annual leave from day one.
- Extra days off for Christmas and personal day!
Financial Benefits
- People's Pension.
- Life assurance.
Ready to Apply?
If you're an ambitious Early Years professional looking for an opportunity to build their experience and career, we'd love to hear from you.
Please contact Daniella Gokcay, daniella.gokcay@happydaysnurseries.com for an informal chat about the role and opportunity or simply apply in the attached link.
Inclusion and Safeguarding
Happy Days is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Happy Days Nurseries is committed to safeguarding children. All offers of employment are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including verification of your right to work in the UK.
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