Nursery Deputy Manager

JEM Childcare Solutions; Leicester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Discounted childcare

Annual leave 20 days

Employee assistance

Flexible schedule

Recognition rewards

Job summary

JEM Childcare Solutions in Leicester is seeking an experienced Nursery Deputy Manager to support daily nursery operations and lead the team alongside the manager, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance.

This full-time role (40 hours per week) offers a salary around £36,000, a friendly working environment, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a growing childcare provider.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience leading or supporting a nursery team.
• Experience in a management role supporting the nursery in the Manager's absence.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding practices.
• Ability to supervise staff and deliver high-quality care and education.
• Ensure compliance with nursery policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Lead and support staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and compliance.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families and staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff supervision

EYFS knowledge

Ofsted knowledge

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification

Job description

Full time | JEM Childcare Solutions | United Kingdom

Posted On 20/08/2026

Job Information

Job Level Nursery Deputy Manager

Early Years

City Leicester

Province Leicestershire

Postal Code LE2

salary low £ 34,000.00

salary high £ 36,000.00

Job Description

About our Clients

Our clients large and very busy nursery in Leicester LE2 area are looking for a very experienced Nursery Deputy Manager to join the team and work with the manager in supporting the day to day operations of their lovely nursery. A 40 hour week, with salary c£36k, plus great benefits. A great opportunity to join a growing provider.

Requirements

What our Clients are looking for

Essential for the Nursery Deputy Manager Role

• A minimum Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
• A minimum 3 years’ experience leading or supporting a team in a nursery or early years setting
• Has experience of being in a management role, supporting the nursery in the absence of the Manager
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding practices
• Support and supervise staff while delivering high-quality care and education across the nursery setting
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures within the setting
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff in the nursery setting

Ideal Nursery Deputy Manager Candidate

• Passionate about early years education and children’s development within a nursery setting
• Confident leader, able to motivate and support staff and contribute to the management team
• Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards across the setting
• Promotes best practice, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in the nursery supporting the team on a daily basis

Nursery Deputy Manager Benefits and Perks

• Company Pension
• Employee Discounted Childcare
• 20 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexibility to work around your life commitments
• Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done