Nursery Deputy Manager

Nursery Deputy Manager

Location

Maidenhead

Job Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Salary

£39,000

About Our Client

We are a warm, welcoming and forward-thinking Children’s Day Nursery in Gloucestershire, providing outstanding childcare for children aged 0–5 years.

We pride ourselves on being a supportive, well-staffed nursery where staff wellbeing, development and career progression genuinely come first. Happy staff create happy children – and that belief sits at the heart of everything we do.

Our nursery is open Monday to Friday only, offering a healthy work-life balance and a positive, team-focused working environment.

The Role

We are looking for a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Deputy Manager who is passionate about early years education and wants to feel valued, supported and excited about coming to work.

You’ll be part of a friendly, experienced team in a well-resourced nursery with strong staffing levels and excellent support.

Key Responsibilities

Ensuring all children under our care feel engaged and supported

Supporting the team within the setting

Maintaining the highest standards when implementing safeguarding

Ensuring the EYFS is implemented and applied to all learning

To ensure our children have fun and a stimulating environment

Promoting and upholding Health & Safety for children, staff and visitors

Ensuring SEND is implemented, promoted and applied

Making sure that company policies and procedures are consistently applied and adhered to

Working alongside the Nursery Manager and over taking any managerial duties needed such as opening and closing, show arounds, employee interviews and more

Working Hours

40 hours per week

4 or 5 days per week

Shifts between 7

30am – 6:30pm

No weekends

Requirements

Full & relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)

Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting

A genuine passion for childcare and child development

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Right to work in the UK

Why Join Us? (Benefits & Perks)

£39,000 salary

28 days annual leave + an extra paid day off on your birthday

Discounted childcare (increasing with service)

Fully funded training & qualifications (Levels 2, 3 & 5 – Early Years & Management)

Clear career progression opportunities

Overstaffed setting with floating staff & in-house bank staff

Free uniform & DBS

Company wellbeing & wellness programmes

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee of the Month rewards

Support from a dedicated Head Office team

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a caring, enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for a nursery that truly supports its staff, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your early years career.