At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education for children.
- Company: Join Fennies, a supportive community of passionate early years educators.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonuses, childcare discounts, and up to 33 days off.
- Other info: Be part of a vibrant community with regular events and recognition for your hard work.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in early years settings and strong knowledge of child development required.
The predicted salary is between 47000 - 47000 £ per year.
Why Join Fennies? We believe great leaders deserve the right support, development and recognition.
- Competitive Salary and Bonus: Up to £47,000 annual salary, Up to £3,800 performance‑related bonus
- Childcare Discount and Support: Up to 60% discount on childcare
- Leadership Development: Personalised Clifton Strengths leadership coaching, Dedicated learning and development programmes, Mentoring and support from regional leadership, A full central support team to enable you to focus on exceptional quality of care and education
- Wellbeing and Lifestyle Benefits: Up to 33 days of annual leave, Free daily meals from the Fennies Café
- A Community of Committed, High‑Achieving Educators: Regular leadership forums and networking, Summer BBQs, Christmas events and company celebrations, Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards
About the Role: As Deputy Nursery Manager, you’ll support the Nursery Manager in leading the nursery and ensuring exceptional standards of care, education and operational excellence.
You Will:
- Support the day‑to‑day leadership and smooth running of the nursery
- Inspire and guide educators to deliver outstanding early years practice
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and compliance
- Build strong partnerships with families and the local community
- Support team development through coaching, mentoring and feedback
- Help prepare for Ofsted inspections and maintain regulatory standards
- Contribute to continuous improvement across educational quality, team engagement and nursery performance
What We’re Looking For: You’re a confident and passionate early years professional who enjoys helping teams succeed and children flourish.
Key Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, Birth to 5 Matters and child development
- Experience of working in an early years setting, ideally in a senior practitioner or room leader role
- A track record of delivering high standards of care and education
- Experience of strong practice as a Key Person and in implementing safeguarding, health and safety, first aid and critical care policies
- Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above); or equivalent
Most importantly, you will bring energy, empathy and ambition to create a nursery where children and educators thrive.
Safeguarding: Fennies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of identity. In line with Safer Recruitment guidance, online searches (including social media) may be conducted for shortlisted candidates.
Equal Opportunities: At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams create stronger learning environments for children. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Nursery Deputy Manager in High Wycombe employer: Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd
Fennies is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its team members, offering competitive salaries, generous bonuses, and extensive childcare discounts. With a strong focus on leadership development and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from tailored coaching, dedicated learning programmes, and a vibrant community of educators. The nursery's commitment to recognition and celebration fosters a positive environment where both staff and children can thrive.
