Deputy Nursery Manager | Surbiton KT6 | £16.00-£20.00ph + £1,000 Bonus

Job Title

Deputy Manager

Location

KT6 Surbiton

Salary

£16.00 – £20.00 per hour (Depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews) + £1,000 Welcome Bonus!

Job Type

Permanent

Lead an Outstanding Team in Surbiton!

Stepping up into leadership in early years takes a perfect blend of passion, organization, and a genuine love for helping both children and your team thrive. We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Deputy Manager who is ready to bring their experience to a wonderful setting and make a real impact every single day.

We are working with a fantastic nursery in KT6, and they are looking for a dedicated Deputy Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a highly supportive, proudly "Outstanding" Ofsted-rated setting that offers a wonderful home-from-home environment where children are encouraged to discover the world around them. Situated with excellent transport links, this nursery is celebrated for providing exceptional early years education.

This is a permanent role in a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and genuinely supported to grow. Join a passionate team who are dedicated to providing the children with the best start in life.

The

Benefits of Joining This Team

This nursery believes in looking after their staff just as well as they look after the children. When you join them permanently, you will receive a fantastic £1,000 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply) alongside an incredible, comprehensive benefits package:

Fantastic Time Off & Flexibility

33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays, with 3 days used for the Christmas and New Year shutdown), plus flexible working options to suit your lifestyle.

Enhanced Family Support

Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks, and paternity leave paid at 100% for 4 weeks. You are also supported with paid parental bereavement leave (up to 4 weeks), paid compassionate leave (up to 2 weeks), and paid miscarriage leave (up to 2 weeks).

Health & Wellbeing

A dedicated extra 'Wellbeing Day' off just for you, 24-hour remote GP appointments, and medical cashback for dental, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies. You will also receive Statutory Sick Pay from day one and Life Assurance (for ages 18-65).

Financial & Lifestyle Perks

A big childcare discount, a £500 refer-a-friend bonus, a company pension scheme with employer contributions, and an employee portal with hundreds of discounts (including ASOS, gym memberships, cinemas, M&S, and major supermarkets!).

Culture,

Growth & Sustainability

Enjoy tailored in-house training, genuine career progression, and year-round recognition and rewards (with the whole month of May dedicated to celebrating the team). You will be joining a "Certified Great Place to Work" voted for by colleagues, with a strong sustainability focus, including Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco-Schools accreditation.

The Grand Event

Up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after you have completed 2 years of service!