Nursery Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD Courses and certificates as partof

Referral scheme (£100)

Market leading pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Deputy Nursery Manager for a friendly nursery in Liverpool. The role involves supporting the Nursery Manager with daily operations, leading staff, and maintaining high standards of safeguarding and Early Years provision.

The successful candidate will have an Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above), prior nursery leadership experience, strong EYFS knowledge, and a nurturing, confident approach to support children and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Experience in an Early Years or nursery setting.
• Previous leadership, supervisory or Deputy Nursery Manager experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS.
• Good understanding of safeguarding requirements.
• Friendly, nurturing and confident approach to supporting children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with day-to-day running of the setting.
• Lead and support staff while maintaining high safeguarding, care and EYFS standards.
• Ensure high standards of safeguarding, care and Early Years provision are maintained.

Skills

Early Years experience

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Nurturing approach

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

Are you an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager looking to take the next step in your Early Years career?

Do you have a nurturing approach and a passion for creating a positive environment where children can thrive?

Are you a confident leader who can support a nursery team while maintaining high standards of care and education?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with an amazing, friendly and nurturing small nursery in Liverpool. The setting provides a welcoming and supportive environment, with a strong focus on ensuring children feel safe, happy and encouraged throughout their Early Years development.

The nursery is looking to appoint a Deputy Nursery Manager on a full-time, permanent basis with an ASAP start. The successful Deputy Nursery Manager will support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the setting, leading and supporting staff while ensuring high standards of safeguarding, care and Early Years provision are maintained.

The successful Deputy Nursery Manager will have:

• Experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting
• Previous leadership, supervisory or Deputy Nursery Manager experience
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS
• A good understanding of safeguarding requirements
• A friendly, nurturing and confident approach to supporting children and staff

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Nursery Teacher

Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £35,000 to £39,000 a year Hours: Full-time Location: L2 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 16 Oct 2026 Closing date: 15 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager

Location: Liverpool

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £35,000 - £39,000 per annum

Are you an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager looking to take the next step in your Early Years career?

Do you have a nurturing approach and a passion for creating a positive environment where children can thrive?

Are you a confident leader who can support a nursery team while maintaining high standards of care and education?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with an amazing, friendly and nurturing small nursery in Liverpool. The setting provides a welcoming and supportive environment, with a strong focus on ensuring children feel safe, happy and encouraged throughout their Early Years development.

The nursery is looking to appoint a Deputy Nursery Manager on a full-time, permanent basis with an ASAP start. The successful Deputy Nursery Manager will support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the setting, leading and supporting staff while ensuring high standards of safeguarding, care and Early Years provision are maintained.

The successful Deputy Nursery Manager will have:

• A relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
• Experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting
• Previous leadership, supervisory or Deputy Nursery Manager experience
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS
• A good understanding of safeguarding requirements
• A friendly, nurturing and confident approach to supporting children and staff

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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