Deputy Nursery Manager

The Role Do you have a passion for Early Years but find yourself wanting more responsibility? We are looking for a dynamic, caring, and organized Deputy Nursery Manager & Room Leader to join our team at Peterborough College. This isnt just an office job. Youll be the heartbeat of a specific room, leading your team to create a world of wonder for children aged 0-5.

When our Nursery Manager is away, youll step up to the plate, gaining invaluable experience in the overall management of a professional nursery setting. What a typical week looks like:
Inspiring Young Minds:
As a Room Leader, youll design and lead activities that meet EYFS standards and spark children's curiosity. Empowering Your Team:
Youll mentor Nursery Nurses and Assistants, sharing your wisdom and helping them grow through 1:1s and coaching. Building Connections:
Youll be the friendly face parents trust, liaising with them on their childs progress and coordinating with local authorities or specialists. Stepping Up:
Youll assist with the "behind the scenes" magicfrom managing budgets and inventories to ensuring our safeguarding is gold-standard. Why Youll Love Working With Us:
Work-Life Balance:
Our unique schedule (four 8 am6 pm days and one 8 am12 pm day) means you get your Friday afternoon (or morning!) back. Generous Holiday: 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays and extra discretionary days. A Supportive Environment:
We are part of the IEG Group, meaning we truly value professional development. Well support your Level 5 aspirations or management training. Great Perks:
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and a fully-funded enhanced DBS check. Who We Are Looking For:
You are an experienced Early Years professional who is as comfortable on the floor playing with toddlers as you are in a team meeting. The Essentials:
Level 3 Childcare qualification (Level 5 is a bonus!). Significant experience with the 0-5 age range. A "can-do" attitude and the emotional resilience to handle the beautiful (and sometimes messy!) challenges of nursery life. Solid knowledge of Safeguarding and EYFS. The ability to lead with kindness, clarity, and confidence. Ready to join our family? If youre a natural leader with a big heart and an organized mind, we want to hear from you.