Are you a confident and experienced early years professional ready to step into a dynamic leadership role? We are looking for a passionate
Deputy Nursery Manager
to join our dedicated team and help shape a nurturing, high-quality environment for children to learn, grow, and thrive.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a team-focused, child-centred setting and is ready to support and strengthen the day-to-day operations of a well-established nursery.
About the Role
Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you'll play a vital part in overseeing the smooth running of the setting. You'll guide and mentor your team, ensure exceptional standards of care and education, and foster an inclusive, inspiring atmosphere for children and staff alike.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting the overall management and leadership of the nursery
Leading by example to promote best practice and continuous improvement
Ensuring high standards of care, learning, and safeguarding are consistently delivered
Assisting with curriculum planning and EYFS implementation
Supervising, developing, and motivating staff through coaching and regular feedback
Building strong partnerships with families and external professionals
Upholding full compliance with regulatory, policy, and health and safety requirements
Championing a warm, inclusive, and engaging environment
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Level 3 or higher qualification
in Early Years Education or Childcare
Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a nursery setting
Strong working knowledge of
EYFS
, safeguarding, and early years regulations
Excellent communication, organisational, and team leadership skills
A proactive, supportive, and solutions-focused mindset
Desirable:
Experience preparing for or supporting
Ofsted inspections
Familiarity with nursery administration, compliance, and reporting
A genuine passion for nurturing both children and staff in their development
What We Offer
We're committed to providing a supportive, rewarding work environment where you can flourish professionally and personally.
As Deputy Manager, you'll receive:
Up to 35 days' annual leave
, including your birthday off and a Christmas break
70% staff childcare discount
7% employer pension contribution
Enhanced
maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Career development and structured progression pathways
Access to
wellbeing and mental health support
services
Regular
team celebrations
and recognition initiatives
Discounts on major brands via our employee rewards platform
Why Work With Us?
We're more than a nursery--we're a supportive, collaborative community where passionate early years professionals are valued and empowered. If you're ready to grow your leadership career while making a real difference to the lives of children and their families, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today
and become part of a team that puts children--and each other--at the heart of everything we do.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to 36,600.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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