About our Clients
Our clients, based in Cirencester are looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to join the team in supporting the day to day running of this busy nursery alongside the Manager. Initially a maternity cover role, but the client is happy to consider this a permanent role at the end of the mat cover contract. A 40 hr working week over 4 days, with paid lunch breaks, our clients are offering c£33k depending on experience.
What our Clients are looking for
Essential for the Nursery Deputy Manager Role
- A minimum Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
- A minimum 3 years’ experience leading or supporting a team in a nursery or early years setting.
- Has experience of being in a management role, supporting the nursery in the absence of the Manager
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding practices
- Support and supervise staff while delivering high-quality care and education across the nursery setting.
- Ensure compliance with policies and procedures within the setting
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff in the nursery setting
Ideal Nursery Deputy Manager Candidate
- Passionate about early years education and children’s development within a nursery setting
- Confident leader, able to motivate and support staff and contribute to the management team
- Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards across the setting
- Promotes best practice, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in the nursery supporting the team on a daily basis
Apply today to join a nursery setting as Nursery Deputy Manager and make a real difference in children’s early years!
Pay: £32,500.00-£33,300.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Transport links
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cirencester, Gloucestershire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Nursery: 3 years (preferred)
- Childcare: 3 years (preferred)
- Early childhood education: 3 years (preferred)
- Leadership: 2 years (preferred)
- Management: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Cirencester, Gloucestershire (preferred)
Work Location: In person
