At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nurturing environment, ensuring high-quality care and education for children.
- Company: Join the exciting Banana Moon Day Nursery team in Nuneaton.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounted childcare, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a brand new nursery opening in January 2026!
- Why this job: Shape young minds while growing your career in a vibrant nursery setting.
- Qualifications: Level 3 early years qualification and passion for early childhood education.
The predicted salary is between 25805 - 31539 £ per year.
Banana Moon Day Nursery in Nuneaton is looking for an exceptional, enthusiastic, and motivational Deputy Nursery Manager and Room Leaders to join our wonderful setting. This is a unique opportunity to help lead and shape a nurturing and stimulating environment where childhood is celebrated and learning flourishes through imaginative and engaging play.
We are seeking a full‑time Deputy Manager and Room Leader, qualified to Level 3 or above, with a strong passion for early years and proven leadership experience.
Job Purpose
As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager, Area Manager, and Director, taking an active leadership role within the team. You will act as Room Leader and assume full managerial responsibility in the Manager's absence. The role requires confidence in decision‑making, balancing the reputation and financial needs of the business with sensitivity to children and families. Your mission is to ensure seamless operational management of the nursery, delivering a high‑quality, well‑balanced educational and caring environment at all times. You will embrace Banana Moon policies and procedures, consistently meet legislative requirements, and follow an enriching curriculum to achieve the highest possible inspection outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the operational management of the nursery, ensuring high‑quality care and education
- Maintaining full adherence to Banana Moon policies, legislation, and curriculum
- Ensuring the nursery consistently meets the highest inspection standards
- Assisting with training, mentoring, role‑modelling, and supervising the staff team, inspiring and leading ambitious practice
- Creating a safe, caring, and welcoming environment where children flourish
- Building strong, positive relationships with families and delivering excellent customer care
- Supporting the nursery's growth and reputation
- Acting as a named coordinator within your area of expertise, as designated by the Nursery Manager
Requirements
- A full and relevant Level 3 early years qualification (as listed by the DfE)
- A DBS enhanced disclosure for the child workforce sector on the update service
- A 12‑hour Paediatric First Aid certificate
- Safeguarding training and qualification
Benefits
- Yearly Award Ceremony – celebrating outstanding team contributions
- Continuous Professional Development – grow your skills and knowledge
- Discounted Childcare – priority care for your own little ones, so you can focus on your career
- On‑site Free Parking – convenient and stress‑free
- Employee of the Month – celebrating our team's commitment and recognising the hard work of our team
- On‑site Wellbeing Champion – supporting staff mental health
- Our own bespoke Banana Moon curriculum – our bespoke Early Learning and Development programme is amazing and fully focuses on the children, parents and staff. Our ELDP has removed most of the paperwork so the staff team can focus on quality interactions and teaching with the children!
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Other
Brand New Nursery - Nursery Deputy Manager/Room Leader in Nuneaton employer: Banana Moon Franchise
Banana Moon Day Nurseries is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a collaborative, people-first culture supported by strong leadership. As a Training & Development Officer, you will enjoy competitive benefits, including a generous annual leave allowance and childcare fee discounts, while having the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our nursery network through engaging training initiatives. With a focus on career development and continuous improvement, this role provides a unique chance to turn your Early Years expertise into transformative learning experiences.
