Deputy Nursery Manager

Fabric Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking a passionate Deputy Nursery Manager in England. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape young minds, support a thriving team, and manage daily nursery operations. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and leadership experience, providing the chance to advance their career while making a meaningful impact in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Good understanding of Ofsted standards and safeguarding.
• Warm, caring approach and passion for early years education.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day nursery operations and maintain high standards.
• Promote a safe, stimulating environment for child development.
• Lead and guide the team ensuring best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Proactive

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager
Yarnton
up to 32,000 DOE

Are you passionate about shaping little minds, supporting a thriving team, and taking the next step in your childcare career? We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join our wonderful client's nursery team!

This role is perfect for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager seeking an exciting new challenge. It's also a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Room Leader ready to take the next step in their career-our client is committed to providing the training and development needed to help you thrive.

Description of the role:

• Support the team in the day-to-day running of the nursery, helping set objectives and maintaining high standards.
• Promote a safe, stimulating environment that nurtures every child's personal, emotional, and social development.
• Lead, inspire and guide their amazing team, ensuring best practice is always at the heart of what we do.
• Build wonderful relationships with children, families, staff, and external agencies.
• Help manage staffing rotas, supervise training, and contribute to appraisals and staff development.
• Oversee health, safety, hygiene, and safeguarding standards, ensuring compliance and peace of mind for parents.
• Play a key part in maintaining their excellent records, from child development tracking to administrative processes.
• Be involved in fun out-of-hours events like parents' evenings, fundraising, and team meetings.

About you:

• You'll have a warm, caring approach and a real passion for early years education.
• Ideally, you'll have previous leadership or supervisory experience in a nursery or childcare setting.
• A good understanding of Ofsted standards and safeguarding is essential.
• You'll be organised, proactive, and a great communicator-someone who thrives in a team.
• Relevant childcare qualifications (minimum Level 3) are required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career within a supportive team, enjoy excellent development prospects, and make a genuine difference every day - apply today and take the next step!