Nursery Deputy Manager — Lead Early Years Team (Flexible)

Jem Childcare Solutions; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility to work around your life

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

JEM Childcare Solutions Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner aiming to step up from Room Leader into a Deputy Manager role at a Leicester nursery. The salary is up to £38k for a 40-hour week, with excellent benefits offered by an established nursery.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification, have 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience, and demonstrate strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant).
• Experience leading or supporting a team in a nursery or early years setting (3+ years).
• Experience in a management role supporting the nursery in the absence of the Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support staff to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Ensure compliance with EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding practices.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and staff in the nursery setting.
• Support and supervise staff while maintaining high standards across the setting.

Skills

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare

Team leadership

Management experience

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding practices

Staff supervision

Policy compliance

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare

Job description

JEM Childcare Solutions Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner aiming to step up from Room Leader into a Deputy Manager role at a Leicester nursery. The salary is up to £38k for a 40-hour week, with excellent benefits offered by an established nursery.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification, have 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience, and demonstrate strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.