Are you an experienced Early Years professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for providing outstanding care and education for children and inspiring those around you? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to support the day-to-day running of our welcoming nursery. Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will play a key role in leading the team, maintaining high standards of care and education, and creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
About the Role
As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will:
- Support the Nursery Manager with the daily operation of the nursery.
- Lead, motivate, and inspire the team to deliver exceptional care and learning experiences.
- Promote a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children.
- Support staff through coaching, mentoring, and supervision.
- Ensure the nursery remains compliant with Ofsted requirements and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and professionals.
- Monitor children's learning and development, ensuring high-quality practice throughout the nursery.
- Help maintain safeguarding, health and safety, and welfare standards at all times.
- Step into the Nursery Manager's role when required.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum).
- Previous experience in a senior role within an early years setting.
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- A positive, proactive, and organised approach.
- A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
Desirable:
- Level 5 qualification or above in Early Years or Leadership and Management.
- Experience of supporting inspections and quality improvement.
- Paediatric First Aid qualification.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (depending on experience).
- Supportive and welcoming team.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Pension scheme.
- Staff wellbeing support.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Discounted childcare (where applicable).
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references, and undergo all safer recruitment checks in line with our safeguarding procedures.
Pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Childcare
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
