Deputy Nursery Manager

Magic Roundabout Nurseries Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent nursery organization in Walthamstow is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to assist in overseeing operations and ensuring compliance with standards. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safeguarding children. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £33,000 - £36,500 per year, along with various benefits including professional development opportunities and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

31 days of annual leave

Free parking

Fully funded professional development

30% Childcare discount

Pension scheme

Employee referral bonus

Social events

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager or similar role.
• Strong understanding of EYFS, Health and Safety, and child safeguarding policies.
• Commitment to safeguarding and ensuring the safety of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursery Manager in daily operations.
• Monitor staff performance and maintain care standards.
• Support recruitment and continuous development of the nursery team.

Skills

Childcare expertise

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification or higher in Childcare or related field

Job description

Overview

At Magic Roundabout Nurseries (MRN), we don’t just provide childcare - we create a safe, joyful, and inspiring environment where children thrive and professionals grow. We’re a well-established nursery group with 30+ years of experience, and Walthamstow is Ofsted-rated “Good”, registered for 120 children and praised by Ofsted for its child-led learning, strong safeguarding, and warm staff-child relationships.

We’re now seeking a passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join our Walthamstow team - someone who shares our values of curiosity, compassion, and commitment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £33,000 - £36,500 per year
• Career growth opportunities, including mentoring and leadership training
• 31 days of annual leave, including 3 bonus days over Christmas (based on performance)
• Free Parking
• Fully funded professional development, including paid time off for training
• 30% Childcare discount and free daily meals
• Pension scheme and well-being programs
• Employee referral bonus: Earn £400 for each successful referral
• Social events such as summer BBQs and festive parties

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist the Nursery Manager in overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with all regulations and policies.
• Monitor and maintain high standards in staff performance, practice, and care.
• Ensure adherence to child protection, Health and Safety, and EYFS standards.
• Build and foster strong relationships with parents and carers.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and continuous development of the nursery team.
• Ensure smooth operations by working flexible rotating shifts within the nursery's opening hours (7:30 am - 7:00 pm, Monday to Friday).

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 qualification or higher qualification in Childcare or a related field (or equivalent)
• 1+ years of experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager or in a similar role
• Strong understanding of EYFS, Health and Safety, and child safeguarding policies
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Passionate about fostering teamwork and supporting staff development
• Employment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check
• Commitment to safeguarding and ensuring the safety and well-being of all children in our care

Location & Shifts

• We are located within 10 minutes walking distance to Highams Park Station and have direct bus routes to Walthamstow Central Station (Victoria Line & Overground) – offering convenient access from East, North, and Central London.
• Working Hours: Full-time, 8-hour shifts within our operating hours of 7:30 am - 7:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Shifts are allocated on a rotational basis to ensure smooth daily operations. Please note we do not offer part-time or fully flexible shift patterns for this role.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to two satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check. Candidates who have lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years must provide an overseas criminal record check.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and work in a vibrant, well-resourced nursery that puts people first - apply now and join the MRN Walthamstow team.