Job Description

Deputy Nursery Manager

Location:

Pre-School, New Eltham (SE9 2EX)

Employment Type:

Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Salary:

32,000 - 33,000 per annum

Qualification Required:

Level 3 Early Years (Essential)

Experience:

Minimum 2 years (Currently working preferred)

We are seeking an experienced and passionate

Deputy Nursery Manager

to join our Pre-School team in

New Eltham (SE9)

. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to play a key leadership role within a supportive and nurturing early years environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Nursery Manager to support daily operations, staff leadership, and the delivery of high-quality early years education in line with EYFS standards.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of the pre-school Lead, motivate, and support the staff team to deliver outstanding childcare Ensure compliance with

EYFS

,

Ofsted

, and safeguarding requirements Assist with staff supervision, training, and performance management Support planning, observations, and assessments Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals Act as Nursery Manager in their absence

Requirements

Level 3 Early Years qualification (Essential)

Minimum

2 years' experience

in an early years setting Previous leadership or deputy experience preferred Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding procedures Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week)

What We Offer

Competitive salary

32,000 - 33,000 per annum

Full-time, stable role in a supportive environment Career progression opportunities Ongoing training and professional development Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,420.00-33,086.47 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Flexitime On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Work Location: In person