Job Description

Deputy Nursery Manager - Raynes Park, Wimbledon

Inspire, Lead, Grow - Your Next Step Starts Here

We're looking for a dedicated and experienced

Deputy Nursery Manager

to join our vibrant and long-standing nursery in

Raynes Park, Wimbledon

. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident early years professional ready to take on a leadership role and help shape the learning journeys of our children.

If you hold a

Level 3 qualification or above

in Early Years Education and are driven by high standards of care, education, and team development, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

We know that great childcare starts with a happy, motivated team. That's why we provide a supportive and rewarding work environment, with a strong focus on wellbeing and professional development:

31 days holiday

(including bank holidays and a 3-day Christmas break)

Additional paid Wellbeing Day

every year

Substantial staff childcare discount

Employee referral bonus

Exclusive discounts

at top retailers and lifestyle brands

24/7 GP access

for you and your household

Healthcare cashback

for dental, optical, and physio treatments

Regular staff recognition

and annual awards A proud

Great Place to Work

with a warm, inclusive team culture

What You'll Be Doing

Oversee daily operations to ensure high standards of care, safety, and learning Motivate and guide a team of early years educators to deliver exceptional EYFS practice Contribute to planning a rich, personalised curriculum that supports every child's development Provide coaching, mentoring and feedback to nurture staff potential Build meaningful partnerships with parents and carers to support children's wellbeing and progress Play a key role in increasing enrolment by delivering engaging showarounds to prospective families Foster a secure, stimulating, and inclusive environment where all children thrive Confidently manage challenges with a calm, proactive, and solution-led approach

What You'll Need

A

Level 3 (or higher)

qualification in Early Years Education (essential) Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within an early years setting Strong knowledge of the

EYFS

, safeguarding, and compliance requirements Excellent communication, organisational, and team leadership skills A genuine passion for working with children and delivering the highest standards The ability to lead by example and contribute to a positive team culture

A Safe and Inclusive Environment

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and value the unique backgrounds and perspectives each person brings.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're an ambitious early years leader looking for your next opportunity in a supportive, high-quality setting, apply now and take the next step in your career journey.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person