Location: LiverpoolSalary: £28,000 - £35,000 Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced early years professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a dedicated Assistant Nursery Manager to join our supportive and forward-thinking nursery team.

About the Role As Assistant Nursery Manager, you will play a key part in the day-to-day running of the nursery, supporting the Manager in ensuring children receive the highest standards of care and education. You will help lead a team of enthusiastic practitioners, maintain high-quality provision, and promote a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Key Responsibilities:

Support the Nursery Manager with daily operations and overall leadership Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS standards are consistently met Lead, support, and mentor nursery staff Build strong relationships with children, families, and external partners Assist with planning, curriculum delivery, and maintaining excellent learning environments Contribute to inspections, audits, and continuous improvement Step up as Duty Manager when required

About You: We're looking for someone who is:

Level 3 qualified (or above) in Early Years or Childcare Experienced working in a nursery setting, ideally with some supervisory experience Confident in supporting staff, communicating with parents, and maintaining high standards Organised, proactive, and passionate about early years development Knowledgeable of EYFS, safeguarding processes, and Ofsted requirements

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