Deputy Manager
Join the Finkley Nurseries Team as a Deputy Manager!
Location: Salisbury : Finkley Hudson's Field
Hours: Full\-Time 38 hours per week over 4 days
Salary: Up to £15\.20 per hour
About Us (Why This Role is Different)
We don’t mean to brag… but this isn’t your average nursery
Finkley Nurseries is part of the Attraction Nurseries family, a fast\-growing group redefining early years education.
The Setting:
Our Salisbury setting is truly unique:
Trips out on our very own Bertie Bus
Outdoor learning, real experiences, real impact
In short: we create childhoods full of adventure, not just childcare.
And our ethos says it all:
Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff.
The Benefits (The Stuff That Matters)
- In House Qualification Scheme— earn an additional \+30p per hour\- increase your hourly rate through WOW moments, planning \& checklists
- Up to 6 weeks holiday \+ your birthday of
- volunteer day — support a charity of your choice
- 50% childcare discount
- Wellbeing support (Health Assured \+ attendance rewards)
- 100 \+ training courses \+ SENCO
- £100 welcome bonus for resources
- Free uniform \& DBS
- Referral bonuses up to £750
- Free family access to Finkley Down Farm \& Solstice Play
We’re looking for a confident, driven Deputy Manager to support the day\-to\-day running of the nursery, lead the team, and help deliver outstanding care and education
This is a hands\-on leadership role where you’ll work closely with the Nursery Manager to drive quality, support your team, and ensure everything runs smoothly.
You’ll be a key part of shaping the nursery’s success and will be responsible for:
Leadership \& Operations
- Support the day\-to\-day running of the nursery alongside the Manager
- Help drive occupancy through enrolments, open days, and local outreach
- Support with admissions, waiting lists, and parent enquiries
- Contribute to nursery development plans and growth strategies
- Keep records up to date using Famly
- Ensure high\-quality learning across all 7 areas of the EYFS
- Oversee planning, observations, assessments, and next steps
- Support Room Leaders and practitioners to deliver outstanding practice
- Champion inclusive practice, working closely with the SENCo team
- Promote meaningful key group and language group time
- Act as DSL (or support DSL) to ensure safeguarding is always a priority
- Record and report concerns using the Attraction Nurseries app
- Ensure all staff follow safeguarding and safer recruitment practices
- Support audit readiness for Ofsted and internal quality checks
- Carry out and review risk assessments and daily safety checks
- Ensure high standards of hygiene and food safety
- Monitor site safety and report maintenance issues promptly
- Support the implementation and review of health \& safety policies
- Lead, motivate, and inspire your team every day
- Support supervisions, appraisals, and team meetings
- Identify training needs and support staff development
- Mentor apprentices and new team members
- Ensure all staff training is up to date and recorded
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families
- Manage communication through Famly, newsletters, and in person
- Handle parent queries and concerns professionally
- Deliver show\-arounds and share the nursery vision with new families
- Work with external agencies and other settings where needed
- Complete all key paperwork accurately and on time
- Manage newsletters, planning, safeguarding logs, and H\&S records
- Use the manager’s planner to stay organised and on track
- Oversee daily rotas, ensuring time is allocated for SEN, planning, and admin
- A real opportunity to step into leadership and make an impact
- Work closely with senior management and influence the nursery’s direction
- Be part of a growing, ambitious company
- Develop your leadership skills with clear progression pathways
From morning welcomes to outdoor adventures, planning activities to farm visits — every day is different.
One minute you’re leading a learning activity…
Next you’re on a farm visit…
Then you’re supporting a child’s big developmental milestone.
It’s busy, rewarding, and never boring.
The Details
We’re based at 1st Winchester scout group hall— a unique, energetic, and inspiring environment.
- Location: Salisbury : Finkley Hudson's Field Nursery
- Hours: 38 over 4 days
- Salary: up to £15\.20 per hour
Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking for a role where:
- You’re valued
- You can grow
- You actually enjoy coming to work
Apply now and start your next adventure with Attraction Nurseries.
Careers \- Attraction Nurseries
Attraction Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
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