Lead Nursery Deputy Manager (Maternity Cover)

Willingcare; Hook; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Day off on your birthday

Benefits portal

Pension scheme

Staff incentives

Wellbeing programme

Ongoing training and professional deev

personal Development

Job summary

Willingcare is looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager for a maternity cover role, offering up to £34,000 per year. This Good Ofsted-rated nursery seeks someone experienced who can support daily operations and uphold high standards.

The role involves leading a team, ensuring quality care for children, and liaising with families. Benefits include discounted childcare, a day off on your birthday, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager is essential.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.
• Experience supporting nursery teams and maintaining high-quality practice.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the nursery team to maintain consistently high standards.
• Monitor the quality of care, education, and learning experiences across the setting.
• Support staff through coaching, mentoring, and regular supervision.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, colleagues, and external professionals.
• Help maintain safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environments.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies are consistently followed.
• Take responsibility for the nursery in the Manager's absence.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent

Job description

Willingcare is looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager for a maternity cover role, offering up to £34,000 per year. This Good Ofsted-rated nursery seeks someone experienced who can support daily operations and uphold high standards.

The role involves leading a team, ensuring quality care for children, and liaising with families. Benefits include discounted childcare, a day off on your birthday, and ongoing training opportunities.