Nursery Deputy Manager: Lead & Develop Care Team

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Whetstone; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Bonus up to £1,500

Enhanced parental leave

Pension & wellbeing benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Whetstone Nursery and Preschool in London is seeking a Deputy Manager on a fixed-term contract from May 2026 for 12 months. You will lead a team to deliver outstanding care and education, act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, and drive occupancy and budget management while building strong partnerships with families and professionals.

The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification and leadership experience in a similar setting, with strong safeguarding knowledge and a

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification required.
• Leadership experience in an Early Years setting preferred.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and inspire a team to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead and manage safeguarding policies.
• Contribute to occupancy, budgeting and partnership working with parents and professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Bright Horizons Whetstone Nursery and Preschool in London is seeking a Deputy Manager on a fixed-term contract from May 2026 for 12 months. You will lead a team to deliver outstanding care and education, act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, and drive occupancy and budget management while building strong partnerships with families and professionals.

The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification and leadership experience in a similar setting, with strong safeguarding knowledge and a