Deputy Nursery Manager

Up to £30,300 per annum | 40 hours per week

Join a well-established nursery with a warm, nurturing atmosphere and commitment to providing high-quality early years care. With a strong Good Ofsted rating, the setting offers a calm and welcoming environment where children are encouraged to learn, explore, and develop with confidence.

The nursery features beautifully designed indoor learning spaces with natural, calming interiors, alongside a newly refurbished outdoor area that promotes free-flow play. Every area has been carefully created to provide children with a safe, secure, and engaging environment that supports all stages of early development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced senior early years professional - such as a Third in Charge or existing Deputy Nursery Manager to step into a key leadership role and support the continued success of a respected and child-focused setting.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential
• Previous senior experience within a nursery setting, such as Third in Charge or Deputy Manager
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements
• Confident leadership and team support skills
• A warm, nurturing, and child-centred approach
• Strong communication and organisational abilities
• Passion for delivering high-quality early years care and education

What’s On Offer

• Up to £30,300 per annum
• Discounted childcare
• Life assurance
• Competitive annual leave
• Christmas closure
• Training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing programme

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 across the setting
• Ensuring high-quality care and education in line with EYFS
• Supporting staff development and acting as a role model for best practice
• Maintaining safeguarding, compliance, and operational standards
• Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Supporting a safe, calm, and engaging learning environment for all children

How to Apply

If you are an experienced senior early years professional looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and well-established nursery, 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: WILL235918/DB