Job Description Deputy Nursery Manager – Up to £33,000 The nursery operates across age-specific rooms and a large outdoor space used throughout the day. As Deputy Nursery Manager, you’ll support the Nursery Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the nursery, including staff supervision, room organisation, and the delivery of high-quality early years practice. This is a hands-on role where you will still work with children directly while taking responsibility for maintaining standards and ensuring smooth operations. Before You Apply A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification is required. You must have experience in a supervisory or senior nursery role. This position is not suitable for practitioners without management or leadership experience. Key Job Details Salary: Up to £33,000 per year Full-time, permanent contract Early Years / Day Nursery sector Why This Role Is Worth Considering Purpose-built nursery with age-specific rooms and well-resourced learning areas Large outdoor space used daily for exploration and physical development Hands-on management role with clear responsibility for operational standards Opportunity to influence practice and mentor staff Benefits including pension scheme, discounted childcare, enhanced parental leave, wellbeing support, benefits portal, and a day off for your birthday What You’ll Need Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification Recent experience in a supervisory or senior nursery role Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development Confidence leading staff and managing room operations Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities What You’ll Do Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing the daily running of the nursery Lead and mentor practitioners across rooms to maintain high standards Act as key person for a group of children and contribute to their learning and development Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities aligned with EYFS Monitor observations, assessments, and learning records across rooms Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety standards are maintained at all times Assist in staff scheduling, room organisation, and operational decision-making What Happens After You Apply Applications are reviewed against essential criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and nursery visit. Reference: WILL212833/JG INDCHI