Deputy Nursery Manager

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Farnham; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare recruitment agency in Farnham is seeking an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager and lead a skilled team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated leader ready to create a safe, nurturing environment and ensure high-quality childcare. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 per year along with several staff benefits.

Benefits

Heavily discounted childcare

Christmas closure

Blue Light Card membership

Life Assurance policy

Health and wellbeing support

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior or managerial role within a nursery setting.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and Ofsted requirements.
• Ability to lead, inspire and support a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Nursery Manager in leading and motivating a skilled team of early years practitioners.
• Ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and education across all rooms.
• Overseeing compliance with Ofsted, EYFS and health & safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Passion for childcare

Education

Level 3 Early Years

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager – Farnham | Up to £35,000 per

Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your career?

Our client, a well‑established nursery in Farnham, is looking for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to support in leading a passionate team and providing outstanding early years education and care.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who thrives in a supportive, child‑centred environment and is eager to make a real difference in children’s lives.

As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will play an important role in supporting the Nursery Manager with both day‑to‑day operations and long‑term planning. You will help lead, inspire and mentor a team of practitioners, ensuring the nursery consistently delivers high‑quality childcare in line with EYFS and Ofsted standards.

This position offers an excellent balance between hands‑on involvement with children and nursery management.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years 9 (or above)
• Proven experience in a senior or managerial role within a nursery setting.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and Ofsted requirements.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
• Ability to lead, inspire and support a diverse team.

Why Join Our Client?

• Competitive salary – up to £35,000 per year
• Heavily discounted childcare
• Christmas closure
• Blue Light Card membership for discounts and offers
• Life Assurance policy for peace of mind
• Health and wellbeing support services
• Ongoing professional development, training, and career progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Nursery Manager in leading and motivating a skilled team of early years practitioners.
• Ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and education across all rooms.
• Overseeing compliance with Ofsted, EYFS and health & safety regulations.
• Assisting with parent tours, enrolments, and building positive family relationships.
• Managing staff rosters, training, and performance development.
• Contributing to budget management and nursery administration.
• Acting as a role model and mentor, guiding colleagues to deliver best practice.

Reference: WILL165383/DN

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