Lead Nursery Deputy Manager — Develop & Inspire

Tommie's Childcare; Coventry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Attendance-based extra leave

Childcare discount

Friends & family discount

Wellbeing hours

Maternity pay

Ofsted rewards

Employee referral

Training and development

Annual bonus

Job summary

Tommie's Childcare in Coventry is seeking a proactive manager to oversee daily nursery operations and lead a team of educators in delivering high-quality early years programmes.

You will ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance with EYFS, while supporting staff development, liaising with parents, and maintaining a welcoming, safe environment for children aged 0–5. This permanent role offers variety, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must hold a childcare qualification at Level 3 or above.
• Proven experience leading a team in a childcare setting.
• Solid knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in overseeing day-to-day nursery operations.
• Lead and motivate staff to deliver high-quality childcare programmes.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and safeguarding policies.
• Organise activities promoting development and wellbeing.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers.
• Plan educational activities for various age groups.
• Support administrative tasks such as records and reporting.

Skills

Management & leadership

Communication skills

Safeguarding & health & safety

Education

Childcare Level 3 or above

Job description

Tommie's Childcare in Coventry is seeking a proactive manager to oversee daily nursery operations and lead a team of educators in delivering high-quality early years programmes.

You will ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance with EYFS, while supporting staff development, liaising with parents, and maintaining a welcoming, safe environment for children aged 0–5. This permanent role offers variety, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.