Toad Hall Nursery Group
Nursery Assistant Manager
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Nursery Assistant Manager
Assistant Nursery Manager
Walton on Thames - KT112 5NS
Base salary from £36,587
We’re looking for an inspiring leader to join our amazing team as an Assistant Nursery Manager at our Walton nursery!
If you’re passionate about early years, love supporting people, and have the drive to help a nursery grow and thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you’ll help lead the team, ensure the highest quality of care and education, and play a key role in promoting the nursery and managing occupancy.
Bring your energy, ideas, and EYFS expertise - and help us make every day magical for children, families, and staff alike!
Please be advised if you do not possess a full and relevant qualification or experience within the childcare sector your application will not be considered.
We offer the following amazing benefits and opportunities within our established nursery group:
Company Bonus Scheme Employee of the month scheme 50% staff discount on childcare places Birthday day off or Christmas shopping day Annual Christmas party for all Toad Hall Staff Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years’ service! Opportunity to purchase additional Holiday
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Key tasks and responsibilities:
Lead Quality and Compliance: Ensure the nursery meets all Ofsted, EYFS, and legislative requirements through high-quality practice, regular audits, and hands-on support in rooms. Inspire and Support the Team: Engage actively with children’s learning and development while guiding, developing, and supporting staff across all areas — from daily practice to performance and wellbeing. Drive Success and Growth: Work closely with the Nursery Manager to manage budgets, occupancy, and staffing, contributing to a thriving, high-quality setting for children and families.
About Our Walton Nursery
Our Walton-on-Thames nursery offers a warm, home-like environment for children and staff.
We’re a 5-minute drive from the town centre’s shops, restaurants, and gym.
Staff benefit from free parking, and we’re close to bus routes and just a 10-minute walk from Walton-on-Thames train station.
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Who We Are
Toad Hall Nursery Group was established in 1993 and since then we have grown to 14 settings, where 440 employees support our 1,100 children a day. As part of our supportive Nursery Group, you’ll join a caring community that celebrates individuality and teamwork. Our nurseries share a warm, inclusive culture where collaboration and kindness come first.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
In addition to a full and relevant Level 3 qualification and DBS check, the ideal candidate will also have a higher childcare qualification and/or a management or leadership qualification. Please be aware that candidates who do not have the relevant experience cannot be considered.
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