Job Description Deputy Nursery Manager - Up to £34,000 A well-established nursery in Reading with a strong Ofsted rating is looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to support day-to-day leadership and maintain high standards of care and education. The setting is modern, well-resourced, and structured, with a clear focus on quality practice and staff development. Before You Apply This role requires recent experience in a senior or leadership position within a nursery. You must hold a full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification. Applicants must be confident supporting staff, compliance, and daily operations. Key Job Details Salary : Up to £34,000 per year Hours : Full-time, typically 40 hours per week Contract : Permanent Setting : Private day nursery (Good Ofsted rating) Location : Reading Why This Role Is Worth Considering Modern, purpose-built nursery with strong resources and layout Clear structure between management and room-based responsibilities Ongoing training and development opportunities Wellbeing support programme available Additional day off for your birthday Christmas closure period Competitive annual leave entitlement Workplace pension scheme What You’ll Need Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) Previous experience in a senior practitioner, room leader, or deputy role Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures Ability to lead staff and maintain consistent standards across rooms What You’ll Do Support the Nursery Manager in the daily running of the setting Lead staff practice in line with EYFS and safeguarding requirements Monitor room standards, planning, and child development outcomes Provide guidance and supervision to practitioners and senior staff Ensure compliance with Ofsted, health & safety, and safeguarding procedures Step into management responsibility in the manager’s absence Safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check. Reference: WILL223146/DN INDMW