Description
We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early‑years education provider. At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education, becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum‑led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!
Department: Nursery Education
Location: Leytonstone, London
Salary: £33,717 - £35,131 per year
Assistant Deputy Manager
As an Assistant Deputy Manager at N Family, you’ll support the nursery management team and lead our incredible Educators to deliver outstanding education, brilliant customer service, and a thriving team culture. You’ll encourage passionate, innovative teaching and take the lead on nursery operations whenever the Deputy Manager is away.
Your key responsibilities
* Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive as a team.
* Partner with the Deputy Manager to deliver outstanding education in line with the N Pedagogy and Curriculum.
* Champion safeguarding and wellbeing, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead when needed.
* Ensure the nursery self‑evaluation is up to date and actions are followed through quickly and effectively.
* Review daily risk and health & safety checks to keep the nursery shining and running smoothly.
* Coach, guide, and motivate your team through regular feedback and professional development.
* Support with staffing and operations – from interviews and rotas to helping in rooms when needed.
* Champion continuous improvement, keeping practice fresh, creative, and outstanding.
* Bring positivity, flexibility, and passion to everything you do, helping N Family go beyond every single day.
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a nursery leadership position (ideally as a Room Manager, Third in Charge, or Deputy Manager).
* Knowledge of local authority and regulatory requirements and inspection processes across the UK (desirable).
* Some experience in managing budgets, including capacity and team deployment, performance management, and reporting metrics (desirable).
* Background in leading consistent and exceptional customer service.
* Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
* Paediatric First Aid (12 hours), First Aid at Work, and a commitment to remain compliant.
* Relevant safeguarding/child protection training and willingness to update training regularly.
* Genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children.
* Able to communicate with parents, external professionals, colleagues, and children effectively.
Benefits
* Competitive salary – £33,717 - £35,131 per annum.
* Performance bonus – Up to £1,200 annually.
* Flexible working – Choose 4–5 days a week for a work‑life balance that suits you.
* Industry‑leading holiday allowance – Up to 35 days, including a personal “Me” day and Christmas closure.
* Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (Level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more).
* No uniforms – £100 clothing allowance for style freedom.
* Family‑friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years.
* Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.
* Loyalty rewards – 5‑year bonus: around‑the‑world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10‑year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off.
* N Coaching & Mentoring – Access to 3 ILM‑approved coaching programmes.
* Referral scheme – Earn up to £1,000 per successful hire.
* Amazing discounts – Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more.
* Travel support – Season ticket loans and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Socials & Wellbeing – Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.
* And much more!
Location
Join our brilliant team at this brand‑new 2024 nursery in the heart of Leytonstone, East London. Getting here is a breeze – just a 10‑minute walk from Leyton Underground, with excellent bus links bringing you right to us.
Why N Family Club?
At N Family Club, we’re reimagining early years education – and we want you to be a part of it. We’re a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UK’s most innovative early years groups. With top salaries, unmatched benefits, and real career progression, we put our people first.
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