Nursery Deputy Manager

St. George's Nursery; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend-a-Friend bonus

Welcome bonus

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Wellbeing day

Confidential wellbeing support

Pension contribution

Training and progression

Childcare discounts

Team socials and staff events

Free on-site parking

Job summary

St George’s Nursery in Sherwood, Nottingham is seeking a Deputy Manager to join our award-winning team. This permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week, Mon–Fri) offers leadership opportunity and a clear path toward Nursery Manager in the future.

You will work closely with the Nursery Manager to maintain high standards of care, learning and safeguarding, support the team, and ensure EYFS compliance. We offer training, benefits and a welcoming working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in an Early Years setting.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Positive, supportive leadership style.
• Desire to progress within the nursery leadership pathway.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate and develop the team.
• Maintain high standards of care, learning and safeguarding.
• Ensure EYFS, Ofsted and nursery requirements are met.
• Take responsibility for the nursery in the Manager’s absence.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS safeguarding

Communication

Organisation

Leadership style

Career progression

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Deputy Manager

Location: Sherwood, Nottingham

Contract: Permanent, Full-time – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum

Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd September – Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should the position be filled before the closing date.

Benefits:

• £500 Recommend-a-Friend and Welcome bonus
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Paid annual Wellbeing Day
• Free confidential wellbeing and counselling support
• Pension contribution scheme
• Ongoing training and career progression
• Childcare discounts
• Team socials and staff events, including our annual black-tie awards evening
• Free on-site parking

Join an Award-Winning Nursery Group

St George’s Nursery Group has been providing high-quality childcare and Early Years education across the East Midlands for over 30 years and was recognised as one of the Top 20 Nursery Groups in 2024.

Our Sherwood nursery offers a warm, friendly environment with smaller room sizes, a long-standing team and a large garden with fantastic opportunities for outdoor and Forest School-style learning.

About The Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Room Leader, Third-in-Charge, Senior Practitioner or Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their leadership career.

Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you’ll help lead the team, maintain high standards and support the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery, with opportunities to develop towards a Nursery Manager role in the future.

As Deputy Manager, you will:

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery
• Lead, motivate and develop the team
• Maintain high standards of care, learning and safeguardingEnsure EYFS, Ofsted and nursery requirements are met
• Take responsibility for the nursery in the Manager’s absence

What We’re Looking For:

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
• Leadership experience within an Early Years setting
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A positive, supportive leadership style
• Passion for Early Years and a desire to progress your career

If you’re passionate about Early Years and want to develop your career within a supportive, award-winning nursery group, we’d love to hear from you.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, with appointments based on skills, experience and suitability for the role.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment:

St George’s Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references, identity and qualification checks and an appropriate Enhanced DBS check.