Deputy Nursery Manager | The Barn Childcare at Hemlington
Early Years | EYFS | Middlesbrough
Salary: £15ph
Full Time | Permanent
About The Barn
At The Barn, our purpose is simple but powerful: to make a positive difference to children's lives.
We create nurturing, inspiring environments where children feel safe, valued and curious about the world around them. Rooted in outdoor learning and play-based practice, our ethos encourages children to explore, get messy, build confidence and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Across our four nurseries on Teesside, we are building something special - a warm, ambitious organisation where children, families and educators thrive together.
About The Barn at Hemlington
Hemlington is one of our largest and busiest nurseries, with a strong reputation, an experienced team and wonderful outdoor learning opportunities.
We are looking for an exceptional Deputy Manager to join our leadership team and help us continue providing outstanding experiences for children and families.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced early years professional who is ready to take on a significant leadership role.
Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you will help lead the nursery, support colleagues, drive quality improvement and ensure the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding.
Unlike many Deputy Manager roles, this position is not tied to a specific room. Instead, you will work across the nursery, supporting staff, leading key areas of practice and helping to ensure consistency and excellence throughout the setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day leadership of the nursery
- Deputise for the Manager during periods of absence
- Lead by example and promote outstanding early years practice
- Support staff development through coaching, mentoring and guidance
- Take responsibility for one or more leadership areas, such as:
- Safeguarding (DSL or Deputy DSL)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
- Behaviour and emotional wellbeing
- Health and Safety
- Fire Safety
- Looked After Children (LAC)
- PANCo responsibilities
- Help drive continuous improvement across the nursery
- Build strong partnerships with children, families and external professionals
- Ensure compliance with EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
- Participate in opening or closing the nursery when required
- Help create a positive, welcoming and values-led culture
What We're Looking For
We'd love to hear from you if you:
- Hold a relevant Level 3 qualification as a minimum
- Have experience as a Senior Practitioner, Room Leader, Deputy Manager or equivalent
- Have strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements
- Enjoy supporting, developing and motivating colleagues
- Are organised, proactive and solutions-focused
- Have excellent communication and leadership skills
- Value outdoor learning and child-led practice
- Are committed to making a positive difference to children's lives
What We Offer
- Salary of £15ph
- 40-hour working week
- Supportive and approachable leadership team
- Opportunities to develop specialist leadership responsibilities
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing nursery group
- Company pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Blue Light Card eligibility
- Employee childcare discount
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- Regular company-wide events
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference every day
Safeguarding & Compliance
The Barn is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
All appointments are subject to:
- Enhanced DBS check
- Satisfactory references
- Right to work in the UK
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short covering letter telling us:
- About your leadership experience within early years
- Why you are interested in the Deputy Manager role
- What excites you about joining The Barn
We look forward to hearing from you.
The Barn Childcare — making a positive difference to children's lives.
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
