Deputy Nursery Manager — Lead & Develop a Caring Team

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; The Green; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 75%

Bonus up to £1,500

Enhanced parental leave

25 days annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Palmers Green Nursery and Preschool in Palmers Green, London, is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead a team and deliver outstanding early years education and care. You will act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, oversee daily operations, ensure safeguarding compliance, and support staff development and partnerships with families and professionals.

This 64-place setting offers a warm home‑like environment, a generous benefits package, and clear career progression within a trusted

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Experience in an Early Years leadership role (e.g. Deputy Manager or similar).
• Experience with regulatory inspections and achieving a Good/Outstanding outcome.
• Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge.
• Ability to build trust and strong partnerships with colleagues and parents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• As Deputy Manager, lead and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead and oversee safeguarding policies.
• Support succession planning, training, and staff professional development.
• Maintain partnerships with colleagues, parents, Local Authority, and other professionals.
• Support commercial success through occupancy growth and budgeting.

Job description

Bright Horizons Palmers Green Nursery and Preschool in Palmers Green, London, is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead a team and deliver outstanding early years education and care. You will act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, oversee daily operations, ensure safeguarding compliance, and support staff development and partnerships with families and professionals.

This 64-place setting offers a warm home‑like environment, a generous benefits package, and clear career progression within a trusted