Strong Early Years practice starts with knowing the children, building meaningful relationships and creating experiences that genuinely engage them.
This nursery takes a child-centred approach, giving children the space and encouragement to flourish through strong relationships with their educators. Learning is inspired through purposeful, play-based experiences, allowing children to follow their interests, build confidence and develop at their own pace.
As Deputy Nursery Manager, you'll work closely with the Nursery Manager while remaining an active presence across the setting – supporting practitioners, strengthening practice and helping ensure every child receives a consistently positive Early Years experience.
What We're Looking For
full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
Previous senior experience within an Early Years setting
Experience as a Deputy Manager, Room Leader, Third in Charge or similar would be beneficial
Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development
A genuine belief in child-centred and play-based learning
Confidence leading, supporting and developing practitioners
Strong organisational and communication skills
The ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
A warm,



hands-on approach to leadership
What You'll Receive
Annual leave increasing with length of service
Discounted childcare
Enhanced parental leave
Sick pay
Wellness programme and dedicated wellness day
Training and development opportunities
Your Role
Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the setting
Lead, motivate and support the Early Years team
Help embed a consistent child-centred approach across the nursery
Encourage practitioners to create meaningful experiences inspired by children's interests
Support high-quality play-based learning in line with the EYFS
Coach and develop practitioners, helping them strengthen their practice
Oversee staff deployment, ratios and daily routines
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, compliance, health and safety
Build robust relationships with children and their families
Step up in the Nursery Manager's absence and provide confident leadership
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
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