Deputy Nursery Manager – Term Time Only – £24,000–£26,000 Our client, a small, term-time only nursery rated Good by Ofsted, is looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join their nursery. You will be taking responsibility for day-to-day operations, staff supervision, and maintaining high-quality care and learning alongside the Nursery Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role where reliability and practical experience are essential. Before You Apply A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification is required. Safeguarding qualification is essential. Recent experience in a similar leadership role within an EYFS nursery is required. Applicants must be reliable and confident in day-to-day nursery operations. Key Job Details Salary £24,000–£26,000 per year, dependent on experience 37.5 hours per week, term-time only Permanent contract Private day nursery, Early Years sector Ofsted rated Good Why This Role Is Worth Considering Opportunity to influence day-to-day practice and routines Small, stable nursery environment Pension scheme Ongoing training and professional development Good work-life balance with term-time hours What You’ll Need Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant) Safeguarding qualification Recent leadership experience in an EYFS nursery setting Ability to manage staff, routines, and room practice confidently Reliability and consistency in day-to-day nursery operations What You’ll Do Supervising staff and ensuring high-quality care Support the Nursery Manager in daily operations and compliance with EYFS Deliver and oversee educational activities and key person responsibilities Maintain safeguarding, health, safety, and hygiene standards Communicate effectively with parents about their children’s progress Assist with staff induction, training, and supervision Reference: WILL208470/JC INDACC