Deputy Nursery Manager

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Princes Risborough; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Birthday day off

Company pension scheme

Team events

Discounted childcare

Long service rewards

Employee benefits portal

Paid DBS check

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager for a nurturing Early Years setting in Princes Risborough. The role offers up to £33,000 per annum, a 40-hour week, and excellent benefits.

You will collaborate with the Nursery Manager to ensure smooth daily operations, uphold EYFS standards, safeguarding and Ofsted compliance, and lead a motivated team to deliver high-quality care and learning for children from three months to school age.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above (essential)
• Senior nursery experience, ideally as Third in Charge/Deputy Nursery Manager
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and child development
• Understanding of Ofsted requirements, nursery compliance and quality standards
• Confidence leading and developing a team
• Experience overseeing room standards, planning and children's developmental progress
• Ability to manage day-to-day nursery operations and staffing

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Nursery Manager to oversee day-to-day running of the setting
• Deputise for the Nursery Manager in their absence, ensuring smooth operation
• Lead, motivate and support practitioners, promoting a positive, collaborative team
• Maintain high standards of care, education and learning in line with the EYFS
• Support children's confidence, creativity and independence through engaging learning
• Oversee room standards, observations, assessments and developmental progress
• Support staff supervision, rotas and daily nursery operations
• Help maintain safeguarding, health and safety and Ofsted compliance
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers
• Support quality assurance and continuous professional development of the nursery team

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Ofsted experience

Team motivation

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager – Level 3+

Up to £33,000 per Annum | 40 Hours per Week | Excellent Benefits

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a key management role within a welcoming Early Years setting, where you'll have the chance to inspire a team, influence nursery standards and help shape children's earliest learning experiences.

Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you'll play an important role in ensuring the nursery runs smoothly while maintaining excellent standards of care and education.

The nursery provides a warm, nurturing environment for children aged three months to school age, with bright, engaging learning spaces designed to encourage curiosity, creativity and independence.

Thoughtfully designed to support every stage of development, the setting offers inviting indoor environments alongside a dedicated outdoor learning space, where children can enjoy active play, hands‑on experiences and exciting opportunities to explore.

What We're Looking For

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above – essential
• Previous senior nursery experience, ideally as a Third in Charge, Deputy Nursery Manager or experienced Room Leader ready to progress
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development
• Good understanding of Ofsted requirements, nursery compliance and quality standards
• Confidence leading, motivating and developing a team of practitioners
• Experience overseeing room standards, planning and children's developmental progress
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to support daily nursery operations
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving and leadership skills
• A proactive, supportive and hands‑on management approach

What's On Offer

• Training and development opportunities
• Day off for your birthday
• Company pension scheme
• Team events
• Discounted childcare
• Long service rewards
• Employee benefits portal
• Paid DBS check

Supporting the Nursery's Success

• Work closely with the Nursery Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day running of the setting
• Deputise for the Nursery Manager in their absence, ensuring the nursery continues to operate smoothly
• Lead, motivate and support practitioners, promoting a positive and collaborative team environment
• Maintain high standards of care, education and learning in line with the EYFS
• Support children's confidence, creativity and independence through engaging, child‑led learning experiences
• Oversee room standards, observations, assessments and children's developmental progress
• Support staff supervision, training, rotas and the organisation of daily nursery operations
• Help maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and Ofsted compliance
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and colleagues
• Support quality assurance, continuous improvement and the professional development of the nursery team

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL272302/ST

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