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Nursery Deputy Manager

Job details
Posting date: 15 May 2026
Salary: £36,000 to £42,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 14 June 2026
Location: North West London, London
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Marylebone Recruitment Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: P0019

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Summary

Marylebone Services are looking for a full time, permanent, room-based Deputy Manager to join a unique childcare setting where children are encouraged to develop at their own pace through play, discovery and meaningful relationships.

Role: Nursery Deputy Manager
Location: Stonebridge/Harlesden, London
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week
Salary: £ 36,000 – £42,000 DOE
Start date: ASAP

Benefits:
• 28 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays
• Work-wear allowance – uniform top and fleece is provided plus an annual contribution of £100 to put towards black trousers and black shoes
• Lunch – a nutritional meal provided every day
• Childcare discount – 45% discount on your childcare fee if you would like your baby to join the nursery
• Regular opportunities for personal, and professional development with career progression including access to paid CPD-certified courses

As a Deputy Manager you will be tasked with:
• You will role model and promote the setting’s philosophy and ethos
• You will bring your energy and creativity to the role
• You will be the children’s guide and encourage child-led, play-based learning
• You will support the Manager in daily operations, staff supervision, and compliance with EYFS framework
• You will lead a team of professional workers and ensure good practice at all times

What we are looking for in our ideal Deputy Manager:
• A minimum of Early Years Level 3 qualification is essential
• Previous Key working experience (Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, or Room Leader) in a nursery, preschool, or early years setting in the UK
• Management Qualification
• Essential training: Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Food Hygiene
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Computer Literate

***Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK at the time of the application.

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