Deputy Manager

Education Matters Group; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare organization in Aylesbury is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager for their early years setting. You will support the Nursery Manager and ensure high-quality childcare and education, complying with EYFS and safety standards. The role involves mentoring staff, managing daily operations, and engaging with parents and professionals. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in early years settings, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of childcare legislation. This is a chance to impact a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in early years leadership, preferably as a Deputy or Room Leader.
• Strong organizational, communication, and team management skills.
• Knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and childcare legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day running of the setting ensuring compliance with EYFS and safety standards.
• Support and lead the staff team, mentoring and training them.
• Deputise for the Manager, managing operations in their absence.
• Assist with budget monitoring and occupancy management.
• Engage with parents and professionals to maintain service standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team management

Job description

Deputy Manager – Early Years Setting

We are looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to support the leadership of a busy early years setting. This is a hands‑on role, deputising for the Nursery Manager and helping to deliver high‑quality childcare and education.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assist in day-to-day running of the setting, ensuring compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety standards
• Support and lead the staff team, including mentoring, training, and performance monitoring
• Deputise for the Manager, taking responsibility for operations in their absence
• Assist with operational tasks, budget monitoring, and occupancy management
• Engage with parents and external professionals to maintain high standards of service

Requirements :

• Previous experience in early years leadership (Deputy or Room Leader experience preferred)
• Strong organisational, communication, and team management skills
• Knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and childcare legislation

A fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and thriving early years environment