Nursery Deputy Manager

JEM Childcare Solutions; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

20 days Annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility in work hours

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

JEM Childcare Solutions seeks an experienced Nursery Deputy Manager for their day nursery in Nottingham. The ideal candidate will work closely with the nursery manager to ensure high-quality care and education delivered by the team.

This role requires a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and significant experience in leadership. The position offers a supportive working environment with a salary of up to £36k, company pension, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Experience in a management role supporting the nursery manager.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise staff while delivering high-quality care.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Knowledge of EYFS

Management experience

Safeguarding practices

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nottingham, United Kingdom | Posted on 20/08/2026

Ourclient, a well-established and welcoming day nursery, is seekingan experienced and passionate Nursery Deputy Manager to join their team, working alongside the manager in supporting the day to day running of the setting. An ideal role for someone looking for the next steps with some experience. 40 Hr working week with salary up to £36k depending on experience. Good transport links and onsite parking.

Requirements

Whatour 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 anursery or early years setting
• Has experience of being in a management role, supporting thenursery in the absence of the Manager
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding practices
• Support and supervise staff while delivering high-quality care andeducation across the nursery setting
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures within the setting
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff inthe nursery setting

Ideal Nursery Deputy Manager Candidate

• Passionate about early years education and children’s developmentwithin a nursery setting
• Confident leader, able to motivate and support staff and contributeto the management team
• Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standardsacross the setting
• Promotes best practice, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulatingenvironment in the nursery supporting the team on a daily basis

Nursery Deputy Manager Benefits andPerks

• 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