Job Description

Deputy Nursery Manager - Inspiring Leadership, Exceptional Early Years

Are you an experienced early years professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? We're seeking a passionate and driven

Deputy Nursery Manager

to join a thriving, high-quality nursery where children, families, and staff are at the heart of everything we do.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping a warm, inclusive environment while supporting a committed team and delivering outstanding care and education.

Why Join Us?

We believe that happy, supported staff are the foundation of excellent early years practice. When you join our team, you'll benefit from:

Up to

35 days' annual leave

(including bank holidays, your birthday, and a Christmas break)

70% childcare discount

for your own children

7% employer pension contribution

Enhanced

maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Access to

mental health and wellbeing support

Annual

staff recognition events

and team socials

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Clear routes for

career progression

and

leadership training

Your Role as Deputy Manager

As Deputy Manager, you'll work closely with the Nursery Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the setting, ensuring high standards of care, learning, and team support.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the smooth, effective daily running of the nursery Leading, mentoring, and inspiring the practitioner team Helping plan and deliver a creative, child-centred EYFS curriculum Ensuring safeguarding and health & safety are embedded in practice Building strong, supportive relationships with families Contributing to staffing, recruitment, rotas, and budget oversight Creating an inclusive, safe, and engaging environment for all children

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a confident, proactive leader who is passionate about early childhood education and committed to helping both children and staff thrive.

You will have:

A

Level 3 qualification

(or higher) in Early Years Education/Childcare (required) Experience in a

supervisory or leadership role

within a nursery setting Strong knowledge of the

EYFS framework

, safeguarding, and relevant legislation Excellent

communication, organisational, and leadership

skills A positive, hands-on approach and a deep commitment to quality care

Ready to Step Into Leadership?

If you're a dedicated early years professional ready to grow in your leadership career and want to be part of a nursery that truly values and invests in its team. We'd love to hear from you!

Apply today

and take the next step in a role where you're supported, developed, and celebrated.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person