The Garden Nursery at Kingswood School is a vibrant, nurturing environment where children aged nine months to four years thrive. Set within the beautiful School grounds, it fosters curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.
Following the promotion of the current postholder, we are seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to join us from January 2026. You will support the Nursery Manager in the daily running of the nursery, lead by example, and step into leadership when required. Your role will include developing staff, ensuring consistency across rooms, engaging with parents, and maintaining the highest standards of care and safeguarding.
We are looking for an experienced early years professional with proven leadership skills who is organised, proactive, and passionate about inspiring both children and colleagues.
At The Garden, we offer a four-day working week, competitive salary in the region of £35k, generous holiday entitlement, free lunches and refreshments, a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive, inclusive community.
To learn more about the School, please visit our website: Kingswood School, Bath | An Independent Co-educational Day & Boarding School
To request an application pack, including a full job description, please contact the Recruitment Co-ordinator: recruitment@kingswood.bath.sch.uk or telephone 01225 734350
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 4 November 2025, midday
Kingswood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete relevant safeguarding and enhanced DBS checks, including a check of the children’s barred list.