This is a fantastic opportunity if you are currently a Deputy Manager, or an experienced Room Leader/Third in Charge with leadership experience, looking to progress. You will be someone who will play a key role in the leadership and the management of the nursery
This role will ensure the highest standards of care and education for children are applied, alongside being an exciting opportunity to shape a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.
As Early Years Deputy Manager you will play a vital role in helping us inspire the future for our children, by offering them the very best care and education using our unique curriculum “Where Children Shine” you will also support your room-based colleagues, by observing, mentoring and delivering best practice and regulatory compliance.
You will also gain valuable experience in the commercial running of the nursery, by supporting the Early Years Manager to manage parent enquiries, tours and enrolments, budget management, staff rostering, and recruitment, staff performance and wellbeing.
About the role:
As Early Years Deputy Manager, you will:
- Support the Early Years Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and EYFS standards.
- Help to lead, motivate, and develop the team of practitioners to deliver outstanding childcare.
- Support the Early Years Manager to manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively.
- Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and the local community.
- Drive continuous improvement and maintain a safe, nurturing environment for children.
About you:
We’re looking for someone who:
- Holds a Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years/Childcare.
- Has proven leadership experience in an early-years setting.
- Demonstrates excellent knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding requirements.
- Is organised, approachable, and committed to delivering high-quality care.
- Has strong communication and people skills.
We offer a range of meaningful benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Our benefits aren’t just perks—they’re part of a culture that puts people first and we continue to build our range of benefits designed to support health, wellbeing and the odd treat here and there…these include:
- £33,800.00 per annum, based on a 40-hour week
- Pension & Life Assurance*
- Funded Blue Light Card Membership
- Funded DBS Update Service
- Access to digital GP 24/7
- On demand counselling services
- Extensive Health and Wellbeing services through the SPARK APP
- Recognition and celebration for Long Service
All successful applicants will be required to have an Enhanced DBS carried out.
As a specialist Childcare agency, we believe that we can only be as successful as our candidates and employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every candidate who registers with us and value all the work carried out by our team.
For more information, please contact us at the office on 0208 054 7204 or send your CV to be considered for this rewarding position.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £34,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
