Deputy Nursery Manager - LS28

Protocol Education; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive management team

Welcoming nursery environment

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager for a thriving nursery in LS28. You will support the Nursery Manager in delivering outstanding care and education for children, and lead with confidence in a busy setting.

The role offers leadership progression while staying involved in a hands-on educational environment, with a focus on safeguarding, EYFS compliance, and staff development.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years Qualification (minimum)
• Experience in a nursery or Early Years setting
• Experience in senior practitioner/leadership role
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures
• Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with the daily operation of the nursery
• Lead and motivate staff to deliver exceptional childcare and education
• Monitor children's progress and ensure EYFS standards are met
• Conduct observations, assessments, and support planning for learning and development
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, carers, and external professionals
• Assist with staff supervision, training, and performance management
• Act as the Nursery Manager in their absence

Skills

Level 3 EYFS

Leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager - LS28

Full-Time | Permanent Opportunity | Competitive Salary

Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a confident and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join a thriving nursery setting in LS28 and support the Nursery Manager in delivering outstanding care and education for children.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated practitioner who is looking to progress into leadership while remaining actively involved in supporting children's learning and development.

The Role

As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and education are consistently maintained. You will lead by example, support staff development, and help create a positive environment where children can thrive.

Essential Requirements

• Level 3 Early Years Qualification (minimum requirement)
• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting
• Experience in a senior practitioner, room leader, deputy manager, or leadership role
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures
• Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with the daily operation of the nursery
• Lead and motivate staff to deliver exceptional childcare and education
• Monitor children's progress and ensure EYFS standards are met
• Conduct observations, assessments, and support planning for learning and development
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, carers, and external professionals
• Assist with staff supervision, training, and performance management
• Act as the Nursery Manager in their absence

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about Early Years education and committed to providing the very best outcomes for children. The successful candidate will be a strong team player, an effective leader, and someone who can inspire both children and colleagues alike.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Supportive and friendly management team
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A welcoming and well-resourced nursery environment
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact on children's early learning experiences

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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