Deputy Nursery Manager

Deputy Nursery Manager (Maternity Cover)

Up to £35,300 per annum | 40 hours per week

Join a nurturing nursery setting that places creativity, exploration, and outdoor learning at the heart of children’s early years experiences. With spacious, age-specific learning environments and fantastic outdoor spaces, children are encouraged to build confidence, independence, and curiosity through play every day.

The nursery also offers engaging forest school sessions, giving children the opportunity to connect with nature, develop new skills, and learn through hands-on outdoor experiences.

This maternity cover role is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to play a key role in supporting the leadership team, maintaining high standards across the setting, and helping to create a positive and inspiring environment for both children and staff.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential
• Previous experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager – essential
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements
• A nurturing and child-focused approach to early years care
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support staff and build positive relationships with families
• Passion for outdoor learning and child development

What’s On Offer

• Up to £35,300 per annum
• Heavily discounted childcare
• Regular team events
• Day off for your birthday
• Training and development opportunities
• Annual leave increasing with service
• Staff incentives
• Pension scheme

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery
• Helping to lead and motivate the staff team to maintain high standards of care and education
• Ensuring the delivery of engaging learning experiences in line with EYFS
• Supporting staff development and maintaining a positive team culture
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Supporting safeguarding, compliance, and operational standards
• Promoting outdoor learning opportunities, including forest school activities

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and inspiring nursery setting, we would 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

WILL234751/JJ-IG