Deputy Nursery Manager — Lead & Develop Quality Care

JEM Childcare Solutions Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility to work around life Commit

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

JEM Childcare Solutions Limited in Leicester is seeking an experienced Nursery Deputy Manager to step up from Room Leader into a management role. The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification, at least 3 years of leadership experience, and strong EYFS knowledge to cover the Manager’s absence as needed.

Salary up to £38k on a 40-hour week, with pension and other benefits in a well-established nursery. This is a full-time on-site position based in Leicester.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant).
• At least 3 years’ experience leading or supporting a team in a nursery or early years setting.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding practices.
• Experience in a management role supporting the nursery in the absence of the Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise staff to deliver high-quality care and education across the nursery.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures within the setting.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Staff development

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification

Job description

JEM Childcare Solutions Limited in Leicester is seeking an experienced Nursery Deputy Manager to step up from Room Leader into a management role. The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification, at least 3 years of leadership experience, and strong EYFS knowledge to cover the Manager’s absence as needed.

Salary up to £38k on a 40-hour week, with pension and other benefits in a well-established nursery. This is a full-time on-site position based in Leicester.