Deputy Nursery Manager – Term Time Only – £24,000–£26,000

Our client, a small, term-time only nursery rated Good by Ofsted, is looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join their nursery. You will  be taking responsibility for day-to-day operations, staff supervision, and maintaining high-quality care and learning alongside the Nursery Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role where reliability and practical experience are essential.

Before You Apply

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification is required.
• Safeguarding qualification is essential.
• Recent experience in a similar leadership role within an EYFS nursery is required.
• Applicants must be reliable and confident in day-to-day nursery operations.

Key Job Details

• Salary £24,000–£26,000 per year, dependent on experience
• 37.5 hours per week, term-time only
• Permanent contract
• Private day nursery, Early Years sector
• Ofsted rated Good

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Opportunity to influence day-to-day practice and routines
• Small, stable nursery environment
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Good work-life balance with term-time hours

What You’ll Need

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant)
• Safeguarding qualification
• Recent leadership experience in an EYFS nursery setting
• Ability to manage staff, routines, and room practice confidently
• Reliability and consistency in day-to-day nursery operations

What You’ll Do

• Supervising staff and ensuring high-quality care
• Support the Nursery Manager in daily operations and compliance with EYFS
• Deliver and oversee educational activities and key person responsibilities
• Maintain safeguarding, health, safety, and hygiene standards
• Communicate effectively with parents about their children’s progress
• Assist with staff induction, training, and supervision

Reference: WILL208470/JC

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