Deputy Nursery Manager

Reeson Education; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join a fulfilling role in Harrow. Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will uphold high standards of care and contribute to the educational environment, ensuring safety, compliance, and positive child development. The position offers a great work-life balance with term-time hours and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development and training

Term-time only working pattern

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years required, Level 5 desirable.
• Significant experience in an EYFS setting required.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in daily operations.
• Lead the team to deliver outstanding early years practice.
• Ensure children are safe, happy, and thriving.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Child development

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Level 5 qualification (desirable)

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager - Nursery School

Location: Harrow
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: 8:15am - 4:15pm (Mon & Wed meetings until 4:30pm)

Are you a passionate and experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join our warm and welcoming setting from September.

Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will help lead a committed team, ensure high standards of care and education, and play a key role in the daily running of the nursery. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and staff development.

Key Responsibilities of a Deputy Nursery Manager:

• Support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day operations of the setting

• Lead and inspire the team to deliver outstanding early years practice

• Ensure all children are safe, happy, and thriving in a stimulating environment

• Oversee planning, observations, and assessments in line with the EYFS framework

• Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals

• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant setting, adhering to safeguarding and health & safety policies

• Step in as acting manager in the absence of the Nursery Manager

Requirements to work as a Deputy Nursery Manager:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years (Level 5 desirable)

• Significant experience in an EYFS setting

• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and child development

• Proven leadership or supervisory experience

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• A calm, positive, and proactive approach

We Offer:

• A supportive leadership team and caring working environment

• Opportunities for professional development and training

• Term-time only working pattern for excellent work-life balance

• A role where you can truly make a difference in children's early education

Apply now to be part of an inspiring team that's shaping the foundations of future learning.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%