Deputy Nursery Manager | £35,000 | Level 3+ Early Years
This exciting opportunity is ideal for a strong and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager looking to take on a blended role of leadership and hands‑on childcare. Working full‑time, the successful candidate will split their time between supporting room‑based activities and office‑based management tasks, helping to maintain smooth nursery operations and delivering high‑quality early years education.
What We’re Looking For
* Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
* Proven experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager.
* Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and early years best practices.
* Leadership skills with the ability to mentor, inspire, and manage a team.
* Hands‑on childcare experience with children aged 0–5.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
Why Join This Nursery?
* Heavily discounted childcare for employees.
* Generous annual leave package plus Christmas closure.
* Pension scheme and benefits portal.
* Access to a wellbeing support programme.
* Sector‑leading training and professional development opportunities.
* A light, spacious nursery environment with gardens tailored for different age groups.
As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will:
* Support the Nursery Manager in day‑to‑day operations and strategic planning.
* Lead and inspire a team of practitioners, ensuring high standards of care and education.
* Act as a senior room leader, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to staff.
* Deliver safe, stimulating, and inclusive activities in line with the EYFS framework.
* Assist with staffing, rotas, and administrative tasks to support efficient nursery operations.
* Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
* Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety standards are consistently met.
* Support inspections, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
Reference: WILL170040/TR
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