Nursery Senior Deputy Manager - London

Partou Childcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to Partou Academy

60% childcare discount

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Pension scheme

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Your birthday off

Health & wellbeing support

Discounts across retail, dining,travel

Buddy Bonus

Job summary

Partou Merchant Square Nursery & Pre-school in London is seeking a dedicated Nursery Senior Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager in the smooth running of the setting. This full-time role is 40 hours per week.

You will ensure children engage in stimulating activities aligned with the EYFS, lead a caring team, and build strong partnerships with families to deliver high-quality childcare. The role offers excellent training via Partou Academy, generous benefits, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Strong EYFS knowledge.
• Proven experience leading a team in an early years setting.
• Passion for early years education.
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development.
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Team leadership

Passion for early years

Child development support

Safeguarding & CPD

Education

Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Senior Deputy Manager – Partou Merchant Square Day Nursery & Pre-school

Paddington, London | Full-Time | Permanent

Salary £35,921

About The Role

Partou Merchant Square Nursery & Pre-school is seeking a dedicated and passionate nursery practitioner to take on the full-time 40 hours per week role of Nursery Senior Deputy Manager to help support their Nursery Manager in the smooth running of the setting. You will work towards ensuring children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will lead to inspire your team, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues and families.

• Partou Academy – access to high-quality professional training and development
• 60% childcare discount for you & immediate family members
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave – we offer 23 days of annual leave each year, plus bank holidays!
• Your birthday off – to enjoy your special day how you would like to
• Health & wellbeing support – access to a free health plan and 24hr helpline
• Shopping discounts – exclusive discounts across retail, dining, travel and more!
• Buddy Bonus – cash bonus for you and a friend when referring them for a job

About You

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Strong EYFS knowledge
• Proven experience leading a team in an early years setting
• Passion for early years education
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development

Why Partou?

Become a Partou team member and join a supportive, caring community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. With access to world-class childcare research, resources, and expertise, we help you develop skills, and empower you to create a positive impact on the development of the next generation, as they lead us into a better future.

Learn more about working at Partou: www.partou.co.uk/careers

Safer Recruitment: All applicants will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Partou is proud be a part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) - a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.