Deputy Nursery Manager

Chelmsford College; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Chelmsford is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager and ensure a compliant, nurturing environment for children aged 4-11. The role involves mentoring staff and conducting supervisions to maintain quality standards. Candidates should possess a childcare qualification and a strong passion for supporting children's development. This position presents opportunities for professional growth in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Clear passion for supporting and working with children.
• Attained a childcare qualification in the care and development of children with post-qualifying experience.
• Supported staff to provide a stimulating and caring environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager and cover during the Manager's absence.
• Mentor and support Nursery and Out of School staff.
• Carry out supervisions and review with Room Leaders to ensure rooms remain Ofsted compliant.
• Support staff to provide a stimulating and caring environment reflecting the current interests, needs, and ages of the children.

Skills

Passion for supporting children

Mentoring skills

Education

Childcare qualification

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager

Dovedale Nursery are looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager who has enthusiasm, and a passion to work with and support staff as well as children between the ages of 4 - 11 years.

You will be responsible for supporting the Nursery Manager and providing cover during the Manager's absence. This will include mentoring and supporting Nursery and Out of School staff. You will be expected to support the Manager carrying our supervisions and reviewing with Room Leaders if nursery rooms to ensure all rooms remain Ofsted compliant. This will include supporting staff to ensure they can provide a stimulating and caring environment which reflects the current interests, needs and ages of the children in their room.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager and cover during the Manager's absence.
• Mentor and support Nursery and Out of School staff.
• Carry out supervisions and review with Room Leaders to ensure rooms remain Ofsted compliant.
• Support staff to provide a stimulating and caring environment reflecting the current interests, needs and ages of the children.

Qualifications

• Clear passion for supporting and working with children.
• Attained a childcare qualification in the care and development of children and post-qualifying experience.
• Supported staff to provide a stimulating and caring environment.

Hours & Salary

Hours will be based on a shift pattern working hours between 7 am and 6 pm.

Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience.

Equality & DBS

The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Application

Applications will be considered upon receipt. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12th January 2026. If you have any further questions, please e-mail [e-mail].