Deputy Nursery Manager / Junior Centre Lead

Job Opening: Deputy Nursery Manager / Junior Centre Lead

Location: Splügenstrasse 14, 4001 Basel, Kanton Basel-Stadt

Category: Leadership (Operational, Departmental, etc.)

Workload: 60% - 100%, flexible

Start Date: Immediately or by agreement

About Us

We are a leading childcare provider in Switzerland, proudly recognized as a "Great Place to Work" by our employees. Our mission is to create a nurturing environment where children learn through play and grow individually. In our modern centres, we provide space for development, creativity, and joy—both for the children and our teams.

Your Role

As Deputy Nursery Manager / Junior Centre Lead, you will support the Centre Manager in the operational and pedagogical leadership of the centre. This position allows you to combine hands-on work with children while taking on increasing leadership responsibilities.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Manager in daily operations and team coordination
• Guide and support children in their development while organizing a creative and structured daily routine
• Plan and implement educational activities based on our bespoke curriculum
• Ensure high pedagogical quality and compliance with internal standards
• Build and maintain trusting relationships with parents
• Create a safe, positive, and professional working environment
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the team and centre processes

This role offers the opportunity to grow into a full leadership position.

What You Bring

• CACHE Level 3 Diploma (with or without Swiss recognition) or equivalent qualification
• Experience in childcare and initial leadership experience (or a strong interest in stepping into leadership)
• A passion for early childhood education
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Team spirit, reliability, and a proactive mindset
• Motivation for professional and personal development

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• A certified "Great Place to Work" culture based on respect and collaboration
• Leadership development and regular training opportunities
• An international and dynamic working environment
• Modern facilities with high-quality equipment
• Clear career progression opportunities within the organization

Ready to open a world of discoveries for children? Apply online using the form below to become part of our team! Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact:

globegarden Kindertagesstätten
Vera Vuletic, HR Coordinator
Phone: 043 542 17 03

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