Deputy Nursery Manager
Full-Time | Minimum Level 3 Early Years Qualification
Salary: Up To £39,000
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager in leading a high-quality early years setting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about delivering exceptional care and education while supporting and developing a dedicated team.
As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring children receive the very best start in life within a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment.
What's on Offer
- Lots of training, promotions and a good salary for the sector
- Generous pension at 7% from us (1% from you)
- 70% discount on childcare fees
- Up to 35 days off a year, including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro-rated for part-time hours)
- Sector-leading parental leave
- Many other benefits that take care of you, including access to a Wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference and money for team celebrations
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day operation of the nursery.
- Help maintain outstanding standards of care, learning, and child development in line with the EYFS.
- Lead, motivate, coach, and support the nursery team to deliver consistently high-quality practice.
- Identify training and development opportunities, encouraging continuous professional growth.
- Assist with occupancy planning, staffing levels, and operational requirements.
- Build positive, professional relationships with children, parents, carers, and external professionals.
- Support the management of parent enquiries, concerns, and complaints in line with nursery policies.
- Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and all regulatory requirements are consistently met.
- Lead by example, creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
- A minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification.
- Previous experience as a Senior Practitioner, Room Leader, or Deputy Nursery Manager.
- A strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding, and early years legislation.
- Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
- A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
- A positive, adaptable, and approachable attitude with the ability to inspire those around you.
If you're looking for your next leadership opportunity within a nursery that values its people as much as the children in its care, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £39,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Childcare
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Transport links
Work Location: In person
