Deputy Nursery Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 19 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Greenwich |
| Cwmni: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1464197098 |
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Deputy Nursery Manager – Up to £41,000
Our client has a very exciting opportunity for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join them and support the day-to-day leadership of the setting. The role combines time in the rooms with children and time supporting operational oversight, ensuring standards remain consistent across practice, safeguarding, and compliance. The curriculum is rooted in outdoor learning, encouraging children to explore, develop confidence, and progress at their own pace.
Before You Apply
- This role requires recent experience in a senior nursery position a nursery setting.
- A full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years is essential.
- Applicants must be confident supporting staff performance, compliance, and operational standards.
Key Job Details
- Salary up to £41,000 per year
- 40 hours per week
- Good Ofsted rating
- Hours split between office-based leadership and room-based practice
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
- Strong focus on outdoor learning and child-led development
- Heavily discounted childcare
- Benefits portal and wellbeing support programme
- Healthcare plan and pension scheme
- Ongoing training and professional development
What You’ll Need
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Recent experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager, Third in Charge, or Room Leader in a nursery
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements
- Confidence leading staff and making operational decisions
What You’ll Do
- Support the Nursery Manager with daily operational oversight
- Lead staff practice to maintain high standards in line with EYFS and Ofsted expectations
- Spend allocated time in rooms modelling quality interactions and teaching
- Monitor planning, safeguarding, and compliance documentation
- Contribute to staff supervision, coaching, and performance management
- Build professional relationships with parents and external agencies
What Happens After You Apply
Suitable Deputy Nursery Manager applicants will be contacted for an initial discussion.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview and a setting walk-through.
Reference: WILL210455/TH
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