Deputy Manager Nursery
| Posting date: | 30 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 to £37,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 December 2025 |
| Location: | E14 8HH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Alignedge Solutions Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AL62394 |
Summary
We’re looking for a Deputy who is both a natural leader and a nurturer — someone just as comfortable mentoring staff as they are singing with toddlers or planning activities for preschoolers. This is a hands-on leadership role, where you will be visible across the nursery every day, providing consistent support to help create the conditions for high-quality learning and development for both the team and the children.
You will work closely with the Nursery Manager to:
Lead and inspire a team of passionate educators
Coach, mentor, and support staff through high-quality interactions and reflective practice
Contribute to our child-led, curiosity-inspired curriculum, underpinned by the EYFS
Promote a culture of openness, growth, and professional accountability
Ensure safeguarding, wellbeing, and compliance remain central to daily practice
Confidently step into the Manager’s role when required
Who are we looking for?
A Level 3 childcare qualification or above (required)
No sponsorship provided — applicants must have the right to work in the UK
Experience as a Deputy Manager, Room Leader, or Third in Charge in a nursery setting
Passion for supporting children, families, and staff
Ability to thrive in a supportive, team-focused environment
Hands-on, energetic, and confident being actively involved on the floor
Enthusiasm for developing and supporting others in their professional growth
A positive, solutions-focused approach and ability to stay calm under pressure
Strong understanding of leadership, resilience, and accountability
Confident knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding procedures, and Ofsted requirements
You will work closely with the Nursery Manager to:
Lead and inspire a team of passionate educators
Coach, mentor, and support staff through high-quality interactions and reflective practice
Contribute to our child-led, curiosity-inspired curriculum, underpinned by the EYFS
Promote a culture of openness, growth, and professional accountability
Ensure safeguarding, wellbeing, and compliance remain central to daily practice
Confidently step into the Manager’s role when required
Who are we looking for?
A Level 3 childcare qualification or above (required)
No sponsorship provided — applicants must have the right to work in the UK
Experience as a Deputy Manager, Room Leader, or Third in Charge in a nursery setting
Passion for supporting children, families, and staff
Ability to thrive in a supportive, team-focused environment
Hands-on, energetic, and confident being actively involved on the floor
Enthusiasm for developing and supporting others in their professional growth
A positive, solutions-focused approach and ability to stay calm under pressure
Strong understanding of leadership, resilience, and accountability
Confident knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding procedures, and Ofsted requirements