Deputy Nursery Manager

Deputy Nursery Manager – Good Ofsted Rating

Salary

£36,600 per annum

Hours per week

40, All Year Round

Our client is a Good Ofsted-rated nursery that has been thoughtfully designed with every age group in mind. Bright, large rooms dedicated to each stage of childhood, each with their own garden featuring vegetable patches, mud kitchens, and dedicated learning areas - this is a setting where the environment has been carefully considered to give children the richest possible early years experience.

They are now looking for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager, help lead the team, and play a central role in bringing that vision to life every day.

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above - essential
• Experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager or Third in Charge - Essential
• A solid understanding of EYFS and a genuine passion for developing children's skills and confidence
• Warm, nurturing, and confident leading a team and supporting practitioners day to day
• Enthusiastic about outdoor learning and making the most of well-designed garden environments
• Reliable, organised, and a strong communicator with families and staff alike

Perks and Benefits

• £36,600 per annum
• Discounted childcare
• Company sick pay
• Training & development opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Ofsted Good rated setting
• Dedicated room gardens with vegetable patches, mud kitchens & learning areas

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day leadership and operational running of the nursery
• Acting as a visible, hands-on leader across the rooms, supporting staff and leading by example
• Overseeing EYFS delivery, ensuring activities and routines develop children's skills, confidence, and independence
• Making full use of the dedicated room gardens — including vegetable patches, mud kitchens, and outdoor learning areas
• Supporting staff development, mentoring, and day-to-day team management
• Building warm, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Contributing to the nursery's continued Good Ofsted standard and quality improvement
• Deputising for the Nursery Manager when required, maintaining strong leadership and continuity

How to Apply

If you hold a Level 3 or above, have experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager or Third in Charge, and are passionate about developing children's skills and confidence in a well-designed, outdoor-rich setting, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV and a member of our team will be in touch.

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and right-to-work verification.

Reference

WILL234784/DB