Deputy Nursery Manager
| Posting date: | 07 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £33,000 to £36,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 November 2025 |
| Location: | E14 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Alignedge Solutions Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager – Early Years Setting
Location: London, E14
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £33,000 - £36,000 per annum
Job Description:
We are seeking an inspiring, hands-on Deputy Nursery Manager to join our early years team. This role combines leadership, mentorship, and hands-on practice to ensure high-quality learning and care for children while supporting and developing staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of passionate early years educators.
Provide hands-on support in daily nursery activities, working directly with children.
Support the delivery of a child-led, curiosity-inspired curriculum under EYFS principles.
Promote a culture of openness, professional growth, and accountability within the team.
Ensure safeguarding, wellbeing, and compliance with legislation and Ofsted requirements.
Confidently step into the Manager’s role in their absence.
Maintain strong relationships with parents, colleagues, and external agencies.
Person Specification:
Experience as a Deputy Manager, Room Leader, or Third in Charge in a nursery setting.
Knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted frameworks.
Hands-on, energetic, and supportive approach to working with both children and staff.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and people management skills.
Ability to remain calm, solutions-focused, and resilient under pressure.
Passion for developing others and creating a positive, collaborative team environment.
Benefits:
Competitive salary: £33,000 - £36,000 per year
Opportunities for training and professional development
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Employment subject to enhanced DBS check and two professional references
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Full Time Permanent Work)
Location: London, E14
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £33,000 - £36,000 per annum
Job Description:
We are seeking an inspiring, hands-on Deputy Nursery Manager to join our early years team. This role combines leadership, mentorship, and hands-on practice to ensure high-quality learning and care for children while supporting and developing staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of passionate early years educators.
Provide hands-on support in daily nursery activities, working directly with children.
Support the delivery of a child-led, curiosity-inspired curriculum under EYFS principles.
Promote a culture of openness, professional growth, and accountability within the team.
Ensure safeguarding, wellbeing, and compliance with legislation and Ofsted requirements.
Confidently step into the Manager’s role in their absence.
Maintain strong relationships with parents, colleagues, and external agencies.
Person Specification:
Experience as a Deputy Manager, Room Leader, or Third in Charge in a nursery setting.
Knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted frameworks.
Hands-on, energetic, and supportive approach to working with both children and staff.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and people management skills.
Ability to remain calm, solutions-focused, and resilient under pressure.
Passion for developing others and creating a positive, collaborative team environment.
Benefits:
Competitive salary: £33,000 - £36,000 per year
Opportunities for training and professional development
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Employment subject to enhanced DBS check and two professional references
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Full Time Permanent Work)