Nursery Deputy Manager

Additional Resources; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established early years nursery in the United Kingdom is seeking a Nursery Deputy Manager to lead daily operations and ensure a nurturing environment for children aged 9 months to 4 years. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in nursery leadership. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £17.50 - £21.00 per hour and benefits including childcare support, a company pension, and staff discounts. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their early years career.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Childcare support

Company pension

Staff meals/discounts

Free on-site parking

Referral incentives

Sick pay

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in nursery leadership or early years management.
• Confident team leader with the ability to guide and support staff.
• Solid understanding of early childhood development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the nursery team to maintain exceptional standards of care.
• Ensure adherence to childcare regulations and best practices.
• Shape age-appropriate learning activities and support staff.

Skills

Nursery leadership

Child development understanding

Team leadership

Strong communication skills

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Deputy Manager to join a well‑established early years nursery providing nurturing, play‑based learning for children aged 9 months to 4 years.

As a Nursery Deputy Manager, you will be leading the day‑to‑day running of a nursery, ensuring a warm, safe and stimulating environment for children in your care.

This full‑time role offers a salary range of £17.50 - £21.00 per hour and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the nursery team to maintain exceptional standards of care.
• Ensuring adherence to all relevant childcare regulations and best practices.
• Shaping age‑appropriate learning activities and supporting staff in delivering them.
• Building positive partnerships with families and colleagues.
• Monitoring children's development and guiding staff in their practice.
• Managing budgets, resources and staffing to support efficient operations.

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Nursery Deputy Manager, Nursery Manager, Senior Deputy Manager, Deputy Manager, Assistant Nursery Manager, Childcare Manager, EYFS Manager, Early Years Manager or in a similar role.
• Have at least 3 years of experience in nursery leadership or early years management.
• Confident team leader with the ability to guide and support staff.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Solid understanding of early childhood development.

What's on offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Childcare support
• Company pension
• Staff meals/discounts
• Free on‑site parking
• Referral incentives
• Sick pay

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your early years career.

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