Deputy Nursery Manager

ACR Recruitment & Training Limited; Birchfield; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free nursery parking

Staff uniform provided

Ongoing training and development

All-year-round employment

Job summary

ACR Recruitment & Training Limited is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager for a warm, home-from-home preschool in Birmingham. You will support the Nursery Manager, help lead the team and ensure high standards of care and early years education for the preschool age group.

This permanent role offers 37.5 hours per week, a quoted £13.90 per hour, and all-year-round employment with ongoing training and development in a welcoming setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Early Years setting, especially preschool-aged children.
• Strong leadership or supervisory experience or readiness to move into management.
• Good understanding of EYFS framework and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with day-to-day running of the setting.
• Help lead, motivate and support the nursery team.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities aligned with EYFS.
• Encourage learning and school readiness in the preschool room.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety.
• Build relationships with parents and carers, updating on progress and wellbeing.
• Support staff development and continuous improvement.
• Help ensure nursery policies and regulatory requirements are followed.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager - Preschool | Birmingham (B68)

Salary: £13.90 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent, all year round

Shift pattern: Between 7:30am and 6:00pm

Qualification: Level 3 Early Years qualification, held for at least two years

About the Role

ACR Recruitment & Training is looking for a passionate and motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to join a lovely nursery in Birmingham.

Set within a warm, welcoming, home-from-home environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional to support the day-to-day running of the nursery, with a particular focus on the preschool age group.

Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you will help lead the team, maintain high standards of care and education, and create a safe, stimulating environment where children feel happy, confident and ready to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the setting.
• Help lead, motivate and support the nursery team, promoting a positive working environment.
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Encourage children's learning, development and school readiness within the preschool room.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and overall care.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, providing updates on children's progress and wellbeing.
• Support staff development, share good practice and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Help ensure nursery policies, procedures and regulatory requirements are consistently followed.

What We're Looking For

• A recognised Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification, obtained at least two years ago.
• Experience working within an Early Years setting, ideally with preschool-aged children.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, or the confidence and motivation to take the next step into management.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding and children's development.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A caring, proactive approach and a genuine passion for providing high-quality childcare.
• The ability to support colleagues and help create a welcoming, nurturing environment.

What the Nursery Offers

• £13.90 per hour
• Permanent position with 37.5 hours per week.
• All-year-round employment.
• Ongoing training and continuous professional development.
• Free nursery parking.
• Staff uniform provided.
• The opportunity to work in a lovely, welcoming, home-from-home nursery environment.