Job Description

Early Years Deputy Manager

Location: The Forest Tree Nursery, Oldham, Greater Manchester

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Entry-level / new to role: 22,000 - 24,000 per year

Experienced
Deputy Manager: 25,000 - 28,000 per year

Highly experienced / Level 5+ qualified / SENCo duties or DSL: 28,000 - 32,000+ per year

Hourly rates (if part-time or term-time only):

11.50
- 14.50 per hour depending on experience and responsibilities.

Factors that increase salary:

Holding
a Level 5 or higher qualification in Early Years or Management

Being
the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Leading
a large team or multiple rooms

Taking
on SEND responsibilities

52-week
contracts (rather than term-time only)



As Deputy Manager at The Forest Tree Nursery, you will support the Nursery Manager in delivering high-quality care and education to children aged 0-5. You will play a key role in overseeing daily operations, leading a team of practitioners, and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment that aligns with the EYFS framework.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Support the Nursery Manager in day-to-day management and leadership of the nursery

Ensure a safe and stimulating environment for children, adhering to safeguarding protocols

Lead and supervise staff, including mentoring, appraisals, and training

Monitor and evaluate planning, observations, and assessments to ensure outstanding practice

Develop strong partnerships with parents and carers

Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputy DSL

Maintain and exceed Ofsted standards and requirements

Manage room rotas, staff deployment, and ensure ratios are maintained at all times

Support administrative duties as required, including recruitment and record-keeping

Person Specification

Essential:

Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum)

At least 2 years' experience in an early years supervisory role

Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and SEND frameworks

Excellent leadership and communication skills

Reliable, organised, and flexible

Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)

Desirable:

Level 5 qualification or working towards

Experience in a PVI setting

Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene certification

Familiarity with Tapestry or other online learning journals

Experience liaising with external agencies (e.g. health visitors, SENCO)

Working knowledge of Ofsted inspection criteria

What We Offer

A supportive and inclusive working environment

Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities

Pension scheme and staff benefits

Opportunities for career progression within the nursery

A nurturing team culture that values individual contributions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,420.00-32,123.45 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Employee mentoring programme On-site parking
Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:

Deputy/Leadership: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 3 in Early Years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 22/08/2025
Reference ID: Deputy Manager 2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025