*Deputy Manager – Early Years Setting**Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (dependent on experience)*We are seeking a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join our leadership team within a larger Early Years setting.This is an exciting opportunity for a strong early years professional with proven leadership experience to support the Manager in delivering outstanding care and education, while ensuring full compliance with the EYFS and statutory requirements.*About the Role*As Deputy Manager, you will play a key leadership role in supporting and guiding our Room Leaders and practitioners to deliver a varied, stimulating, and high-quality educational experience for every child.You will:* Lead and support Room Leaders in delivering an exciting and engaging Early Years curriculum* Demonstrate strong knowledge of the EYFS and the Statutory Framework* Ensure rooms are fully compliant with statutory and legal requirements* Regularly review room environments, resources, and daily routines* Identify staff strengths and support professional development* Train, mentor, and coach staff within the rooms* Work closely with the Manager to implement improvements and maintain high teaching and learning standards* Promote a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment* *Uphold and champion safeguarding standards, ensuring all children are protected and cared for in line with statutory guidance and the setting’s safeguarding policies*The main purpose of this role is to ensure teaching, learning, and care are delivered to an exceptional standard, and that all rooms consistently meet compliance and quality expectations.*Requirements** Minimum *1 year Deputy Manager experience* (essential)* Experience within a *larger Early Years setting* (essential)* Strong knowledge of the EYFS and Statutory Framework* Proven leadership and mentoring skills* Excellent organisational and communication skills* Passionate about delivering outstanding early years education* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children*What We Offer** Competitive salary (£35,000 – £40,000 depending on experience)* Supportive leadership team* Opportunities for professional development* Additional leave* Childcare support* Company pension* The chance to make a real impact on children’s early learning journeysJob Type: Full-timePay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Childcare* Company pension* Flexitime* Private medical insuranceExperience:* Deputy Manager: 1 year (required)Location:* Godalming (required)Work Location: In person