Exciting Leadership Opportunity at a Newly Acquired Nursery Under New Management
Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive on making a real difference and helping shape the future of a nursery?
St. George’s Nursery is excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate and ambitious Deputy Manager to join our nursery in Hamilton, following its recent acquisition by St. George’s Nursery Group. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter as we invest in the setting, enhance resources, strengthen the team, and bring the high standards and family values that St. George’s is known for.
This isn’t just another Deputy Manager role – it’s a chance to help lead positive change, influence the nursery’s future, and be supported by one of the most experienced nursery support networks in the sector.
About the Role
As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager to:
Support the day-to-day running of the nursery
Lead and inspire a team of Early Years professionals
Ensure outstanding care, learning and development opportunities for every child
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety and compliance
Support staff development through coaching and mentoring
Build strong partnerships with families and the local community
Help drive quality improvements as we continue our exciting transition under new management
Why Join St. George’s Nursery, Hamilton?
A Fresh Start with Real Investment
As a newly acquired nursery, we’re investing heavily in:
New resources and equipment
Improvements to the environment
Team development and training
Recruitment and staffing support
Quality improvements and operational excellence
You’ll have the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the nursery and establishing a culture of excellence from the very beginning.
Unrivalled Support from Our Head Office Team
You’ll be backed by a dedicated support network, including:
Operations Manager support
Training & Quality Manager support
Recruitment Manager support
Dedicated Maintenance Team
Finance and Administration support
Marketing support
Senior Leadership Team guidance
This means you can focus on what matters most – leading your team and delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families.
What We’re Looking For
Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum)
Previous experience in a senior room leader, third in charge, deputy manager or management position
Strong knowledge of the EYFS and relevant childcare legislation
Excellent leadership and communication skills
A passion for delivering high-quality childcare and education
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare
Drive, enthusiasm and a positive attitude towards change and improvement
Our benefits package includes:
Competitive salary, reviewed annually
Welcome bonus
Generous holiday entitlement
Annual Wellness Day Off
Pension scheme
Savings on childcare
Refer-a-Friend reward scheme
Access to company counselling and wellbeing support
Thorough induction programme
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Access to online learning platforms
Career progression opportunities within a growing company
Company events and team celebrations
On-site parking
Plus…
Every year, we host our Annual Red Carpet Awards Ceremony – a special evening dedicated to recognising and celebrating the incredible achievements, commitment and hard work of our teams across the company.
At St. George’s Nursery, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we make sure their dedication is recognised and celebrated.
Be Part of Something Special
This is a fantastic opportunity to join St. George’s Nursery at a pivotal moment. If you’re looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your development is prioritised, and your impact can be seen every day, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us build the next exciting chapter for St. George’s Nursery, Hamilton.
St. George’s Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks.
