Deputy Nursery Manager — Hands-On Early Years Leader

Shepherds Hill Nursery; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepherds Hill Nursery in Harefield, near Uxbridge, is seeking a Deputy Manager to work in genuine partnership with our Manager. This role stays hands-on with the children and outdoors, not office-based; you will share day-to-day leadership with the Manager and help guide the small team.

We are a small independent nursery for ages 2–5 with a nature-led ethos. If you are warm, practical, and confident, with Level 3 EY qualification and strong EYFS safeguarding knowledge, we'd love to hear from

Qualifications

• Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding understanding.
• Hands-on leadership experience with children.
• Ability to lead and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Share day-to-day leadership with the Manager and the team.
• Be hands-on with children and outdoors throughout the day.
• Oversee safeguarding, development, and staff support.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Leadership

Hands-on with children

Outdoor activities

Team building

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Shepherds Hill Nursery in Harefield, near Uxbridge, is seeking a Deputy Manager to work in genuine partnership with our Manager. This role stays hands-on with the children and outdoors, not office-based; you will share day-to-day leadership with the Manager and help guide the small team.

We are a small independent nursery for ages 2–5 with a nature-led ethos. If you are warm, practical, and confident, with Level 3 EY qualification and strong EYFS safeguarding knowledge, we'd love to hear from