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PRT

Nursery Specialist

Washington, NC · On-site

During the summer, your efforts will shift to growing, fertilizing, and irrigation. In the fall and winter, you will be involved in the harvest of our seedlings. As a Nursery Technician, you'll have ...

Elder's Ace Hardware

Nursery Leader

Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site

Other duties as assigned. * 1 year of retail experience in a garden center or nursery. Lead or ... Physical requirements: work outside in summer/winter temperatures, standing or walking during shift ...

Elder's ACE Hardware

Nursery Leader

Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site

Other duties as assigned. * 1 year of retail experience in a garden center or nursery. Lead or ... Physical requirements: work outside in summer/winter temperatures, standing or walking during shift ...

PRT

Container Nursery Specialist

Evans, LA · On-site

With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 ... During the summer, your efforts will shift to growing, fertilizing, irrigation, and crop ...

PRT

Container Nursery Specialist

Evans, LA · On-site

With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 ... During the summer, your efforts will shift to growing, fertilizing, irrigation, and crop ...

Stability Healthcare

Travel Nursery RN

Baltimore, MD · On-site

Nursery * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights ... Summer in the Mid-West, experience the change of seasons in Boston and New York, and hit the ...

Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Summer BBQs, Christmas events and company celebrations * Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards About the role As Nursery Housekeeper, you'll play an important role in ...

Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd

$15 - $19.50/hr

Summer BBQs, Christmas events and company celebrations * Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards About the role As Nursery Housekeeper, you'll play an important role in ...

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How much do summer nursery jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer nursery in the United States is $25.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer nursery?

A summer nursery job typically involves working at a plant nursery or garden center during the summer months. Employees assist with tasks such as watering, planting, repotting, and caring for plants, as well as helping customers with plant selection and care advice. This seasonal position often requires working outdoors, handling physical tasks, and having an interest in horticulture. It's a great opportunity for students or those seeking temporary work to gain experience in plant care and customer service.

What are the typical responsibilities of a summer nursery worker?

In a summer nursery role, you will typically be responsible for caring for young children, supporting their developmental activities, and ensuring their safety throughout the day. Daily tasks often include setting up play areas, assisting with meals or snacks, organizing outdoor and indoor activities, and fostering positive social interactions among children. You'll also collaborate closely with other nursery staff to maintain a nurturing and engaging environment, as well as communicate with parents about their child's progress and well-being.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a summer nursery worker?

To thrive as a Summer Nursery Worker, you need a basic understanding of child development, childcare practices, and often a high school diploma or relevant certification in early childhood education. Familiarity with child safety protocols, first aid/CPR certification, and scheduling or attendance software is typically required. Patience, creativity, and strong communication skills help build trust with children and foster a positive environment. These skills ensure the safety, well-being, and engagement of children during the summer program.

What is the difference between Summer Nursery vs Summer Childcare Worker?

AspectSummer NurserySummer Childcare Worker
Required CredentialsChildcare certification, early childhood education backgroundChildcare certification, basic first aid
Work EnvironmentPreschools, daycare centers, outdoor play areasDaycare centers, community programs, outdoor settings
Employer & Industry UsagePreschools, private daycare facilities, summer campsDaycare centers, summer camps, community organizations

Summer Nursery roles typically require early childhood education credentials and focus on providing structured learning and care for young children in preschool or daycare settings. Summer Childcare Workers also work with children but may have fewer formal qualifications and often assist in general supervision and activities. Both roles are common in summer childcare environments, but Summer Nurseries tend to be more specialized in early childhood education.

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Infographic showing various Summer Nursery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 24% Full Time, 66% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,068 per year, or $26 per hour.

Nursery Deputy Manager

Bromley, AL • On-site

Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd
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Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Nursery Deputy Manager 

  • Salary: up to 47,000  
  • Potential to earn a further 3,800 in bonus 

Support the leadership of a nursery where children, educators and families thrive. 

At Fennies, our Deputy Nursery Managers play a vital role in creating exceptional early years environments. Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you'll help lead a passionate team, maintain outstanding standards of care and education and support the development of both children and educators. 

If you're an experienced early years professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, this is your opportunity to have a meaningful impact. 

Why join Fennies? 

We believe great leaders deserve the right support, development and recognition.  

Competitive salary and bonus 

  • Up to 47,000 annual salary 
  • Up to 3,800 performance-related bonus 
  • Comprehensive pension scheme 
  • 500 referral bonus* 

Childcare discount and support 

  • Up to 60% discount on childcare 

Leadership Development 

  • Personalised Clifton Strengths leadership coaching 
  • Dedicated learning and development programmes 
  • Mentoring and support from regional leadership 
  • A full central support team to enable you to focus on exceptional quality of care and education 

Wellbeing and Lifestyle benefits 

  • Up to 33 days of annual leave 
  • BUPA Wellbeing Support 
  • Free daily meals from the Fennies Cafe 

A community of committed, high-achieving educators 

  • Regular leadership forums and networking  
  • Summer BBQs, Christmas events and company celebrations 
  • Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards 

About the Role 

As Deputy Nursery Manager, you'll support the Nursery Manager in leading the nursery and ensuring exceptional standards of care, education and operational excellence. 

You will: 

  • Support the day-to-day leadership and smooth running of the nursery 
  • Inspire and guide educators to deliver outstanding early years practice 
  • Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and compliance 
  • Build strong partnerships with families and the local community 
  • Support team development through coaching, mentoring and feedback 
  • Help prepare for Ofsted inspections and maintain regulatory standards 
  • Contribute to continuous improvement across educational quality, team engagement and nursery performance 

This role offers the opportunity to develop your leadership skills while making a meaningful difference in children's learning journeys. 

What we're looking for 

You're a confident and passionate early years professional who enjoys helping teams succeed and children flourish. 

You will have: 

  • Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) 
  • Strong knowledge of EYFS, Birth to 5 Matters and child development 
  • Experience of working in an early years setting, ideally in a senior practitioner or room leader role 
  • A track record of delivering high standards of care and education 
  • Experience of strong practice as a Key Person and in implementing safeguarding, health and safety, first aid and critical care policies. 
  • Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills 
  • GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 /C or above); or equivalent 

Most importantly, you will bring energy, empathy and ambition to create a nursery where children and educators thrive. 

Become part of the Fennies DNA 

We're family-owned and family-run; this guides our culture, our decision-making, and what it feels like to be part of our team. We have a strong sense of community, with connections that bring us together and the systems and processes that mean our educators can focus on what they do best. Quality matters to us - starting with our people and curriculum - through to our beautiful buildings and inspiring environments. We're investing in Fennies, in our teams, and into the education we provide our children. Our People Promise inspires us to build the kind of culture that is ambitious, passionate and supportive. We provide the environment where you can: 

  • Be Yourself 
  • Come Together 
  • Be All In 
  • Go Further 

If this sounds like you, or you just want to know more about what it means to be part of the Fennies family, make contact with us today for a chat. 

Take your next steps with Fennies 

 Our friendly Talent team are here to answer any questions you may have about Fennies - call us to discuss the role, or if you're just curious about what it's like to work at Fennies, let us know, and we'll be happy to answer any questions. Our Talent Recruitment team can be contacted by: 

Phone: 0208 770 3222

By email: talent@fennies.com 

Or by making an application: https://fennies.com/contact-us 

Diversity and Inclusion 

At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams create stronger learning environments for children. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. 

Safeguarding 

Fennies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of identity. In line with Safer Recruitment guidance, online searches (including social media) may be conducted for shortlisted candidates. 

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