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Overbury Enterprises is a family partnership of rural businesses based on the southern slopes of Bredon Hill, on the Worcestershire and Gloucestershire border.  The business recently celebrated its 300th year and we are continually advancing in order to thrive into the future.  There are eight core enterprises within the partnership which include: 

  • An environmentally-focused farm
  • Grasshoppers Day Nursery
  • Game and Wildlife conservation
  • Meeting rooms
  • Property and lease administration for around 135 houses and cottages
  • A building team with a joinery workshop
  • A garden team
  • A forestry enterprise  

NURSERY ROLES:

About the Nursery

Our nursery offers children a distinctive start to life—where the classroom extends beyond four walls into fields, gardens, and woodlands. Rooted in the principles of outdoor learning, sustainability and farm-to-fork food principals, we provide an environment where curiosity, independence, and a love for nature are nurtured every day. As an independent nursery, we pride ourselves on flexibility, creativity and a close-knit community feel. Grasshoppers Nursery is privately- owned, and purpose-built. 

*All nursery roles are subject to DBS checks.

 

Deputy Manager 

Are you passionate about early years education and ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Overbury Grasshoppers Nursery is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager who shares our ethos of nurturing children in a warm, inclusive, and nature-connected environment.

If you are interested in…

  • outdoor exploration expanding knowledge about the countryside
  • regular woodland walks learning about nature
  • growing vegetables in the kitchen gardens
  • tractor- trailer rides to the farm to see arable farming in practice, exploring the Christmas tree plantation and surrounding areas
  • visiting the library van and interacting with the local community?

... then we would love to hear from you!
These enriching experiences are part of our everyday learning at Overbury Grasshoppers.

Your Role

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Nursery Manager in all aspects of nursery operations, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, and compliance. You’ll be a role model for staff, a trusted partner for parents, and a champion for children’s wellbeing and development.

Salary: £15.50 per hour

Hours Per Week: 40 (can be flexible for the right candidate) 

What You’ll Bring

  • A full and relevant Level 3 qualification (or above) in childcare
  • DBS Enhanced check (willing to undergo DBS enhanced check)
  • Proven experience working with children aged 0–5
  • Strong communication skills and some experience of leadership
  • A deep understanding of child development and safeguarding
  • A proactive, positive attitude aligned with our ethos
  • Commitment to equal opportunities and inclusive practice
  • Full UK driving license (due to rural location)

What You’ll Do

  • Support the Manager in day-to-day operations and staff supervision
  • Be assigned key children and work within the team
  • Ensure compliance with EYFS and statutory regulations
  • Promote a nurturing and stimulating environment for children
  • Build strong relationships with parents and external agencies
  • Lead by example in professionalism, appearance, and behaviour
  • Support the team with effective planning and resource management


Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a small, passionate and supportive team
  • Work in a beautiful rural setting with access to nature
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Make a meaningful impact in children’s early years

To Apply: Please complete this job application form and submit it to [email protected] 

 

Early years apprentice

This is a unique opportunity for a highly-enthusiastic, warm, and nature-loving individual to achieve their Early Years qualification (Level 2 or 3) under the dedicated guidance of our experienced team.

About the role:

  • Working towards a Level 2 or 3 Early Years Educator qualification through Parenta
  • You will be given time to complete tasks related to the apprenticeship
  • 30 hours per week (flexible schedule)

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Must enjoy working with children and have a love of the outdoors. 
  • Embraces the nursery’s ethos of outdoor and healthy living
  • Has knowledge of safeguarding children
  • An interest in healthy lifestyles would be an advantage
  • Ideally local

Hourly rate: Apprentice rates (refer to UK Government Apprenticeship guidelines)

Please complete this job application form and submit it to [email protected]