Deputy Nursery Manager
Little Adventurers Day Nursery
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time, permanent
Location: Ryton
About Us
At Little Adventurers, we believe childhood should be filled with curiosity, connection and meaningful experiences. Our approach is centred around strong relationships, high-quality interactions and creating environments where children can truly thrive.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and ambitious Deputy Nursery Manager to join our leadership team and help drive excellence across our nursery.
The Role
Working closely with the Nursery Manager and Directors, you will support the day-to-day running of the nursery, lead and inspire staff, maintain high standards of care and education, and ensure every child receives the very best start in life.
This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring someone who can confidently support teams, coach practitioners and step into the manager's role when required.
Key Responsibilities
Support the overall management and daily operation of the nursery.
Lead, motivate and develop staff through coaching and role modelling outstanding practice.
Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are consistently met.
Monitor the quality of teaching, learning and interactions across the setting.
Build positive relationships with children, families and external professionals.
Support staff supervisions, inductions and professional development.
Contribute to occupancy growth, parent engagement and continuous improvement plans.
Maintain high standards of health and safety, compliance and record keeping.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Level 3 qualification in Early Years or above.
Previous experience in a senior practitioner, room leader or management role.
Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
A genuine passion for developing others and improving outcomes for children.
Desirable:
Experience as a Deputy Manager.
DSL qualification.
Paediatric First Aid certification.
Experience supporting SEND and inclusive practice.
What We Offer
Competitive salary.
Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.
Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
Wellbeing initiatives and team events.
A chance to genuinely shape practice and make a difference to children's lives.
Opportunities to progress within a growing organisation.
If you are passionate about early years leadership and want to be part of an ambitious team with children at the heart of everything we do, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and join us as we continue to grow, explore and discover together.
Pay: £13.50-£25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
