Brand New Nursery - Opened September 2025
Deputy Nursery Manager - Little Prep (0-4)
Job description
Nursery: Little Prep Nursery
Salary: starting from £29,640 and up to £31,200 (depending on qualifications & experience)
Job Type: Full Time [40 hours per week]Little Prep Nursery is looking for full-time, Level 3 or above qualified practitioner to join our team. Situated in Old Town, Stratford-Upon-Avon, and a part of Stratford Preparatory School, this is an exciting opportunity for a high-quality practitioner to be part of a wonderful new Nursery setting.
Our Nursery: Little Prep Nursery opened its doors to new pupils in September 2025. We are now a full time Day Nursery that educates children from 0 to 4 years old within a brand-new environment, that places the happiness and confidence of children at the heart of our ethos. We know that happiness and self-assurance are central to children's development. When pupils are happy and confident, they are able to make outstanding progress in all areas. As part of Stratford Preparatory School, Little Prep Nursery will share the school ethos & values, the school facilities as well as the specialist teachers in order to enrich the children's experience. In keeping with the values of Little Prep Nursery, as our children grow, we hope to nurture them to be kind, honest and hard working.
Hours of Appointment: This is a full time, full year position, 40 hours per week. The successful candidate, in discussion with the Manager, will be able to consider the shift rotation and how this works over the week.
Start date: Ideally as soon as possible.
What can we offer you? Our benefits include, but are not limited to;
* Discounted childcare within the Nursery
* Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
* Complimentary lunch and refreshments
* A dedicated staff room & work space
* High quality training and development as part of Stratford Preparatory School
* Opportunity to develop your career within the wider group (including Little Lodge, Arnold Lodge School or with Stratford Preparatory School)
What you'll be doing
* As Deputy-Manager you will lead the team to deliver the highest standards for the children in your care
* Deputise for the Nursery Manager in their absence
* Help create an environment that reflects the ethos of Little Prep Nursery…one that is happy, safe and allows everyone to approach their day with confidence
* Lead colleagues in representing the values of Little Prep Nursery by working hard, being kind and honest
* Lead the team to plan, deliver and provide wonderful learning opportunities and exceptional pastoral care to help each child develop and grow, meeting their own potential
* Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a happy, collaborative and high-performing team
* Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children
* Ensure the learning environment meets the highest standards and so that the space provides opportunities for the children to learn and develop (both inside and out
* Establish strong relationships with colleagues, children and their families in order to facilitate each child meeting their own potential to the highest standard
* Ensure the welfare of the child, their health and safety and safeguarding are of the highest standards
What we're looking for
* Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
* Previous experience working within an Early Years setting (essential)
* Previous experience of management / leadership as a Room Lead, Third in charge or manager (desirable)
* Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
* Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children
* Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents
* Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
We encourage early application and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before the closing date if we receive adequate applications. Little Prep Nursery is committed to safeguarding our children. The successful candidate will be required to provide an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS and a disqualification from childcare disclaimer before any appointment is confirmed. Little Prep Nursery may undertake online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence checks. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Group Life Assurance
* Electric Car Scheme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Discounted Gym Membership
* Reduced School Fees
* Private Medical Insurance
* Childcare Vouchers
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Education:
* A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
* Early Years Setting experience (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6BG
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Little Prep Nursery Deputy Manager
We encourage early application and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before the closing date if we receive adequate applications.
Little Prep is committed to safeguarding our children. The successful candidate will be required to provide an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS and a disqualification from childcare disclaimer before any appointment is confirmed. Little Prep may undertake online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence checks.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,640.00-£31,200.00 per year
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free flu jabs
Work Location: In person