Deputy Nursery Manager

Deputy Nursery Manager

Up to £37,500 per year | Level 3 | 42.5 Hours per Week

Great nurseries are built by great teams, and great teams need leaders who know how to bring out the best in people.

This Good Ofsted-rated nursery is looking for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to work alongside the Nursery Manager, helping to lead a passionate team and maintain exceptional standards of care and education.

The setting combines a warm, homely atmosphere with exciting opportunities for children to discover, create, and learn through play. Outdoor learning is a big part of nursery life, with adventurous play spaces and even a dedicated allotment giving children the freedom to explore nature, get hands-on, and develop confidence in the world around them.

As Deputy Nursery Manager, you'll be a visible and supportive leader across the nursery. From mentoring practitioners and monitoring the quality of practice to supporting the day-to-day operation of the setting, you'll play an important role in ensuring both children and colleagues have the environment they need to flourish.

What We're Looking For

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience within a senior early years leadership position.
• Experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager, Assistant Nursery Manager, Third in Charge
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and child protection requirements.
• Confidence leading, motivating, and developing an early years team.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and decision-making skills.
• A proactive approach to maintaining and improving quality across the nursery.
• A genuine passion for creating exceptional experiences for children and their families.

What You'll Receive

• Salary of up to £37,500 per year
• Discounted childcare
• Sick pay scheme
• Regular team events
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Training and professional development
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• The opportunity to join a Good Ofsted-rated nursery with fantastic outdoor learning environments

Your Role

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day leadership and operation of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate, and support practitioners to maintain consistently high standards of care and education.
• Monitor practice across the nursery and contribute to continuous quality improvement.
• Support staff development through mentoring, coaching, and regular feedback.
• Ensure the nursery operates in line with the EYFS framework, safeguarding requirements, and nursery policies.
• Help create engaging environments where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop independence.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, colleagues, and external professionals.
• Support recruitment, inductions, and the ongoing development of the nursery team.
• Take responsibility for the nursery in the Manager's absence.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference

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