Job Description

Join our award-winning Ofsted Outstanding nursery in Greenwich!

We're looking for an experienced, passionate

Deputy Nursery Manager

to support our 90-place setting. This exciting 4-day role combines leadership and hands-on practice, with clear progression to Nursery Manager. Competitive salary, 1,500 joining bonus, up to 38 days' holiday, and fantastic training and wellbeing support. Apply now to grow your early years career with

More2Childcare Greenwich

.

Salary:

28,000-35,000 + Annual Bonus

Joining Bonus:

1,500

Hours:

38 hours per week (4 days)

Location:

More2Childcare, Greenwich, SE10

Start Date:

ASAP - January 2026 latest

About More2Childcare

Join an

Ofsted Outstanding

,

award-winning nursery

at the heart of

Greenwich

.
More2Childcare is a

90-place early years setting

with a passionate, highly qualified team (up to Level 7).

We're part of the

More2Nurseries group

, recognised nationally for our high-quality education, wellbeing focus, and community partnerships.

Our nursery is based in a beautiful

Victorian school building

behind the Forum at Greenwich, close to

Maze Hill Station

and major transport links. With two outdoor play areas and a specialist curriculum covering

STEAM, sport, and languages

, we provide a creative and inclusive environment for every child.

We are winners of

two Nursery World Awards

for Working with Parents and Community Support.

Deputy Nursery Manager - The Role

We're looking for an experienced and motivated

Deputy Nursery Manager

to join our leadership team.

This is a varied and rewarding role -- a mix of office-based management and hands-on practice in the nursery. You'll work alongside the Nursery Manager and Office Manager to lead the team and uphold our outstanding standards.

Your main responsibilities:

Support the Nursery Manager with daily operations and compliance. Lead, mentor, and motivate staff to deliver outstanding EYFS practice. Act as

SENCO

, promoting inclusion and supporting additional needs. Oversee teaching, learning, and quality across all age groups. Manage staffing levels and rota planning. Build strong partnerships with parents and carers. Support recruitment, onboarding, and staff development. Maintain high standards in

safeguarding, health & safety

, and equality. Step up for the Nursery Manager during absence. Get involved in all aspects of nursery life - helping make the nursery the best it can be.

About You

We're seeking a confident, organised leader who's passionate about early years education.

You'll need:

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

(Level 5/6 desirable).

Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience

in an early years setting. Proven leadership or supervisory experience. Excellent knowledge of the

EYFS

and safeguarding requirements. Confident use of

Microsoft Word and Excel

. Strong communication and organisational skills. A positive, proactive attitude and genuine passion for child development.
This role would suit an

experienced Room Leader

,

Third in Charge

, or

existing Deputy Nursery Manager

ready to progress.
There's a clear pathway to

Nursery Manager

within our growing group.

What We Offer

We value our staff and are committed to their wellbeing and professional development.

Benefits include:

Competitive salary with

annual performance bonus

1,500 joining bonus

(500 on joining, 500 after 3 months, 500 after probation*)

4-day working week

for better work/life balance Up to

38 days' holiday

(including bank holidays, after qualifying period)

Free counselling and wellbeing support

Funded training and qualifications

(Level 5, Leadership, SEND etc.)

Annual staff training week

- with inspiring topics like loose parts, wellbeing, and early maths Local staff discounts, perks, and community membership scheme Supportive, friendly leadership and excellent progression opportunities

Safeguarding & Compliance

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.

All offers of employment are subject to:

Enhanced

DBS check

Two satisfactory references

(received before starting)

Proof of right to work in the UK

(we cannot sponsor visas)
All applicants must disclose any previous convictions or cautions, including spent ones. Failure to do so may result in disqualification or termination.

We are an

equal opportunities employer

and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Interested?

If you're ready to take the next step in your early years career and want to join a

supportive, forward-thinking nursery in Greenwich

, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or email

jobs@more2nurseries.com

for an informal chat and full job description.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:

Greenwich SE10 9EQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have a minimum level 3 early years qualification?
Experience:

supervisory: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person