Deputy Nursery Manager – Up to £33,000

The nursery operates across age-specific rooms and a large outdoor space used throughout the day. As Deputy Nursery Manager, you’ll support the Nursery Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the nursery, including staff supervision, room organisation, and the delivery of high-quality early years practice. This is a hands-on role where you will still work with children directly while taking responsibility for maintaining standards and ensuring smooth operations.

Before You Apply

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification is required.
• You must have experience in a supervisory or senior nursery role.
• This position is not suitable for practitioners without management or leadership experience.

Key Job Details

• Salary: Up to £33,000 per year
• Full-time, permanent contract
• Early Years / Day Nursery sector

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Purpose-built nursery with age-specific rooms and well-resourced learning areas
• Large outdoor space used daily for exploration and physical development
• Hands-on management role with clear responsibility for operational standards
• Opportunity to influence practice and mentor staff
• Benefits including pension scheme, discounted childcare, enhanced parental leave, wellbeing support, benefits portal, and a day off for your birthday

What You’ll Need

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Recent experience in a supervisory or senior nursery role
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development
• Confidence leading staff and managing room operations
• Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing the daily running of the nursery
• Lead and mentor practitioners across rooms to maintain high standards
• Act as key person for a group of children and contribute to their learning and development
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities aligned with EYFS
• Monitor observations, assessments, and learning records across rooms
• Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety standards are maintained at all times
• Assist in staff scheduling, room organisation, and operational decision-making

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed against essential criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and nursery visit.

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