Deputy Nursery Manager

Deputy Nursery Manager (Level 3+) – Up to £36,000 – Full-Time

This nursery provides early years care within a well-established, well-organised setting focused on consistent routines and high standards of practice. The Deputy Nursery Manager balances time between room-based work and office or supernumerary duties, supporting both daily delivery and wider nursery operations.

• Experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager or Third in Charge
• Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) is essential
• Applicants must be confident working both in ratio and in a leadership capacity

• Salary:
  Up to £36,000 per year
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Mix of room-based and office/supernumerary time
• Setting:
  Early years nursery

• Balanced split between hands‑on practice and management responsibility
• Clear leadership structure with defined deputy remit
• Consistent routines within a warm, well‑managed nursery environment
• Opportunity to support quality practice across rooms

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
• Proven experience in a deputy or senior nursery role
• Confidence balancing operational leadership with hands‑on practice
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding requirements

• Experience supporting inspections or audits
• Additional leadership or management training

• Support the Nursery Manager with daily leadership and decision‑making
• Spend planned time working in rooms to maintain practice standards
• Complete administrative and organisational tasks during supernumerary hours
• Support staff performance, training, and daily guidance
• Ensure compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, and nursery policies
• Maintain clear communication with staff and families

Applications are reviewed promptly. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly with clear next steps.

Reference: WILL
201501/TH

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