Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager

Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager

Full-Time 40000 - 45000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a passionate team to create a nurturing environment for young children.
  • Company: Established early-years provider dedicated to child development and family support.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bereavement leave, company events, and health programmes.
  • Other info: Join a dynamic team and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your career.
  • Qualifications: Experience as a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager with a Level 3 Childcare qualification.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager to join a well-established early-year provider, committed to creating a safe, nurturing and development-focused environment for young children whilst supporting families and carers.

As a Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager, you will lead nursery operations, oversee staff, ensure compliance, and maintain high standards of childcare provision. This full-time role offers a salary range of £40,000 - £45,000 and benefits.

You will have a minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Nursery Manager or 2 years of experience working as a Deputy Manager.

Responsibilities:
  • Leading and supporting the nursery team, ensuring consistent high-quality practice.
  • Overseeing day-to-day operations, including staffing rotas and operational planning.
  • Ensuring funding hours are accurately recorded and processed through relevant systems.
  • Creating a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment for children's development.
  • Communicating with parents and carers regarding progress, wellbeing and updates.
  • Ensuring full compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Managing key administrative duties including records, audits, and payroll submissions.
Essential Requirements:
  • Previous experience as a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, Early Years Manager, Childcare Manager or in a similar early years leadership role.
  • Background working directly with children and understanding of child development principles.
  • Level 3 Childcare qualification.
  • Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and childcare regulations.
Experience:
  • Minimum 1 year of experience working as a Nursery Manager OR Minimum 2 years of experience working as a Deputy Manager.
What’s on offer:
  • Competitive salary
  • Bereavement leave
  • Company events
  • Referral programme
  • Health & wellbeing programme

Apply now for this exceptional Nursery Manager opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager employer: Additional Resources

Join a well-established early-years provider that prioritises a nurturing and development-focused environment for children. As a Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager, you will benefit from a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellbeing programmes, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team culture. This role not only allows you to lead and inspire but also offers unique advantages such as company events and a referral programme, making it an excellent choice for those passionate about early childhood education.

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We think you need these skills to ace Nursery Manager / Deputy Manager

Leadership Skills
Child Development Knowledge
Safeguarding Procedures
Regulatory Compliance
Operational Planning
Communication Skills
Team Management