Nursery Practitioner

Playhub Day Nursery; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A small nursery setting in Abbey Wood is seeking an enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager. The ideal candidate will lead daily operations, manage a team, and deliver high-quality childcare to children aged 0-5. A Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare is essential. This full-time position offers an annual salary of £28,000-£29,000 and requires excellent leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

Employee discount

Free parking

Transport links

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Room leading or nursery deputy management role.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a diverse team.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality childcare to children aged 0-5.
• Assist the manager in daily operations of the nursery.
• Lead and support a team of childcare staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Childcare experience

Initiative driving

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Job description. Job Summary. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to assist in room leading and overseeing the daily operations of our nursery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child care or early years education and experience working with children. This role requires excellent leadership skills, the ability to communicate effectively with staff and parents, and a commitment to providing high-quality childcare in a nurturing environment.. Responsibilities. Deliver high quality childcare to children aged 0-5, to be a key person and to room lead.. Assist the manager in day-day operations of the nursery, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Including covering managerial duties in the absence of the manager.. Lead and support a team of childcare staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.. Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programmes/activity planning that promote children's development and learning.. Communicate effectively with parents regarding their children's progress, behaviour, and any concerns that may arise.. Drive initiatives to enhance the nursery's reputation within the community and attract new families.. Maintain accurate records of children's attendance, development milestones, and any incidents that occur within the nursery.. Ensure the nursery is a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for all children.. Be responsible, alongside manager for safeguarding. Will be required to hold deputy safeguarding lead role. Training provided as necessary.. Qualifications. Minimum of 2 years Room leading experience or nursery deputy management role.. A qualification in Early Years/Childcare at Level 3 and above is essential.. Safeguarding lead experience is desired.. SENCO experience is highly desirable.. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a diverse team effectively.. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.. A genuine passion for childcare and early years education.. Ability to drive initiatives that enhance the quality of care provided at the nursery.. If you are an enthusiastic individual who meets these qualifications and is ready to make a positive impact on young lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Deputy Nursery Manager.. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent. Pay: £28,000.00-£29,000.00 per year. Benefits:. Employee discount. Free parking. Transport links. Work Location: In person. Application deadline: 26/07/2025

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm or 10am to 6pm Rotation
Salary: £28,000 – £29,000 yearly

About Playhub Day Nursery:

We are a small nursery setting located in Abbey Wood. We are looking for more staff.