Deputy Nursery Manager - Scheme

Deputy Nursery Manager - £500 Welcome Scheme

Join Our Team as a Deputy Nursery Manager! At our small, stunning old‑school setting at Little Houghton Day Nursery. Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on children’s lives? At Little Houghton
, we’re seeking a passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to support our team in delivering exceptional care and education. Step into a leadership role where you’ll mentor, guide, and create brighter futures for children, families, and your team.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, an excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and a genuine passion for supporting children’s development and wellbeing. To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification and have previous supervisory or deputy experience.

Please note:

we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

• £500 WELCOME BONUS!
• Childcare Perks:
  Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus a Christmas closure week and your birthday off!
• Career Development:
  Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support:
  Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards:
  Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.

From £28,704 per annum, based on experience (40 hours per week).

37.5 to 40 hours per week – Monday to Friday – Flexible shifts either 4 full days 8am‑6pm (40hrs), or 3 full days and 2 half days (37.5hrs).

Little Houghton Day Nursery, The Old School, 35 Bedford Road, Little Houghton, Northamptonshire, NN7 1AB.

• Lead and mentor the nursery team to deliver high‑quality early years education with pride and energy.
• Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing all aspects of nursery operations, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Act as a role model, fostering an environment of initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
• Build strong partnerships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to promote collaboration and excellent outcomes for children.
• Monitor and guide the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework, ensuring engaging and nurturing learning opportunities.
• Take responsibility for the nursery in the Nursery Manager’s absence, ensuring smooth operations.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, providing constructive feedback and supporting professional development within your team.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that respects the unique needs of every child.

In the picturesque village of Little Houghton in Northamptonshire, Little Houghton Day Nursery offers a nurturing and enriching environment for your child’s early education. Situated in a charming rural setting, our nursery provides children with a variety of learning opportunities that allow them to explore their interests and develop their unique talents. We have 3 rooms – baby (0‑2 years), toddler (2‑3 years), and preschool (3‑5 years).

The nursery is just south of Northampton, off the A428 (Bedford to Northampton Road), next to the local church St Mary The Virgin. Nearby villages and the village hopper bus route provide easy access. Parking is available outside the nursery.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.