Senior Early Years Deputy Manager - Lead and Develop Team

Happy Days Nurseries; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£5k additional benefits

Job summary

Happy Days Nurseries in Tunbridge Wells is seeking an experienced Early Years Deputy Manager to support the leadership of our nursery. You will lead and develop the team to ensure exceptional care and education in line with EYFS standards.

You will work closely with the Early Years Manager to drive continuous improvement, safeguarding excellence and strong community engagement, helping staff grow professionally and deliver outstanding outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years, Childcare or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience within an Early Years setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organisational, communication and people-management skills.
• Proactive, approachable and professional leadership style.
• Confidence supporting teams, maintaining standards and contributing to quality improvement.
• Genuine passion for helping children develop and supporting colleagues to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Support the Early Years Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• Lead, motivate and support the team to deliver outstanding care and education.
• Support effective staffing, budgets and resources across the nursery.
• Build strong, professional relationships with children, parents, carers, colleagues and the local community.
• Support a safe, nurturing, stimulating and inclusive environment for children.
• Monitor standards and support quality improvement, audits and inspections.
• Coach, mentor and support colleagues to build confidence and strengthen professional practice.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with the Early Years Manager to support the continued development of the nursery.
• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, accountability and continuous professional improvement.

Skills

Leadership experience

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

People-management

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification or equivalent

Job description

Happy Days Nurseries in Tunbridge Wells is seeking an experienced Early Years Deputy Manager to support the leadership of our nursery. You will lead and develop the team to ensure exceptional care and education in line with EYFS standards.

You will work closely with the Early Years Manager to drive continuous improvement, safeguarding excellence and strong community engagement, helping staff grow professionally and deliver outstanding outcomes for children.