Deputy Nursery Manager
Up to £30,300 per annum | 40 hours per week
Join a well-established nursery with a warm, nurturing atmosphere and commitment to providing high-quality early years care. With a strong Good Ofsted rating, the setting offers a calm and welcoming environment where children are encouraged to learn, explore, and develop with confidence.
The nursery features beautifully designed indoor learning spaces with natural, calming interiors, alongside a newly refurbished outdoor area that promotes free-flow play. Every area has been carefully created to provide children with a safe, secure, and engaging environment that supports all stages of early development.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced senior early years professional - such as a Third in Charge or existing Deputy Nursery Manager to step into a key leadership role and support the continued success of a respected and child-focused setting.
What We’re Looking For
* Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential
* Previous senior experience within a nursery setting, such as Third in Charge or Deputy Manager
* Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements
* Confident leadership and team support skills
* A warm, nurturing, and child-centred approach
* Strong communication and organisational abilities
* Passion for delivering high-quality early years care and education
What’s On Offer
* Up to £30,300 per annum
* Discounted childcare
* Life assurance
* Competitive annual leave
* Christmas closure
* Training and development opportunities
* Pension scheme
* Health and wellbeing programme
Key Responsibilities
* Supporting the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery
* Helping to lead and motivate the staff team to maintain high standards across the setting
* Ensuring high-quality care and education in line with EYFS
* Supporting staff development and acting as a role model for best practice
* Maintaining safeguarding, compliance, and operational standards
* Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
* Supporting a safe, calm, and engaging learning environment for all children
How to Apply
If you are an experienced senior early years professional looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and well-established nursery, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV and a member of our team will be in touch.
All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and right-to-work verification.
Reference: WILL235918/DB