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Deputy Nursery Manager – Level 3 Qualified

Job details
Posting date: 08 September 2025
Salary: £32,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 08 October 2025
Location: Harlesden, North West London
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Recruitment Professionals
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: DeputyNurseryManagerHarlesden

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Summary

Recruitment Professionals are recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded nursery in Harlesden. We are seeking an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager (Level 3+ qualified) with a minimum of 2 years’ experience to support the Nursery Manager in overseeing daily operations and leading the staff team.

Key Responsibilities
• Support the Nursery Manager in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate the staff team.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.
• Oversee planning, assessment, and delivery of high-quality early years education.
• Build positive relationships with staff, parents, and external stakeholders.

Requirements
• Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (or above).
• Minimum 2 years’ leadership or senior practitioner experience in a nursery setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.
• Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills.

What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary: £32,000+ (DOE).
• Full-time, all year-round role.
• Shifts between 8:00am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.
• Supportive team and opportunities for career development.

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