Deputy Nursery Manager

Deputy Nursery Manager (Level 3) – £39,000 – Permanent The nursery is a light, spacious setting with separate rooms for different age groups, including a sensory room, a dedicated soft play room for babies, and a large garden used daily. Practice is well established, with children regularly taking part in activities such as yoga, gardening and simple science experiments. This role supports the Nursery Manager in leading day-to-day practice, staff, and standards across the setting, with clear responsibility and structure. Before You Apply • This role requires recent experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager or Third in Charge . • Applicants must hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification. • This position is not suitable for candidates without leadership experience in a nursery setting. Key Job Details • Salary: Up to £39,000 per year • Hours: 40 hours per week • Contract: Permanent • Setting: Private day nursery Why This Role Is Worth Considering • A clearly defined deputy role with shared leadership responsibility • Highly skilled team with strong early years knowledge and experience • A well-resourced setting that supports varied, hands-on learning • Structured working week with consistent routines • Benefits include the option to buy and sell annual leave, Christmas closure, an extra day off for your birthday, long service rewards, heavily discounted childcare, bonus scheme, life insurance, competitive pension, and sector-leading training What You’ll Need • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification • Proven experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager or Third in Charge • Strong working knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding requirements • Confidence supporting staff practice and operational decisions What You’ll Do • Support the Nursery Manager with the daily running of the setting • Maintain consistent standards across rooms, routines, and practice • Guide and support room leaders and practitioners • Ensure safeguarding, welfare, and compliance requirements are met • Contribute to planning, observation, and quality improvement • Step into leadership cover when required What Happens After You Apply Applications are reviewed promptly. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly. Next steps are clear, professional, and straightforward. Reference: WILL225357/TH INDCHI