Nursery Deputy Manager - 4 days per week

110% People; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery organization in Greenwich is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the nursery. The successful candidate will manage staffing, budgeting, and curriculum development while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for the children. Applicants need a Level 3 Early Years Qualification and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time position with opportunities for training and progression, along with benefits such as childcare discounts and lunch provided.

Benefits

Training & Progression opportunities

Childcare discounts

Lunch & Uniform provided

Team wellbeing & recognition

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of early childhood education and development.
• Highly motivated and organized individual.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the nursery.
• Support the Manager in policy development and implementation.
• Lead and motivate nursery staff.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Communicate with parents and guardians.
• Meet all regulatory requirements.

Skills

Understanding of early childhood education

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 3 relevant Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery Deputy Manager

Job Description

The Deputy Manager is a key member of the nursery team, responsible for supporting the Manager in the day-to‑day running of the nursery. Please note this role can be 4 days per week.

Benefits

• Training & Progression opportunities
• Childcare discounts
• Lunch & Uniform provided
• Team wellbeing & recognition

The Deputy Manager will be responsible for a range of duties, including:

• Managing the day‑to‑day operations of the nursery, including staffing, budgeting, and curriculum development
• Supporting the Manager in the development and implementation of the nursery's policies and procedures
• Leading and motivating the nursery staff
• Providing a safe and nurturing environment for the children
• Communicating with parents and guardians
• Ensuring that the nursery meets all regulatory requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong understanding of early childhood education and development. You will also need to be a highly motivated and organized individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The Deputy Manager will be a member of the senior management team and will be expected to work closely with the Manager to ensure the smooth running of the nursery.

For this role you will be required to hold a minimum of a Level 3 relevant Early Years Qualification.

This is a full‑time position, based at in the Greenwich area.

If you are interested in this position, please apply.