At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Nursery Manager and lead a passionate team in delivering high-quality early years education.
- Company: Great Starts Recruitment, dedicated to nurturing young minds in a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, unlimited refer-a-friend scheme, free tea and coffee, and wellbeing services.
- Other info: Join a vibrant team with opportunities for professional growth and company events.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and previous leadership experience required.
DEPUTY MANAGER Cottenham Salary: £32,000–£35,000 per annum Age group: 0–2 years Qualification: Level 3 Early Years qualification or above Start date: 7 September 2026 The role Great Starts Recruitment is working with an Early Years setting in Cottenham to recruit a confident and motivated Deputy Manager. You will support the Nursery Manager with the leadership of the setting while remaining closely connected to the quality of care and learning delivered each day. Key responsibilities • Support the Nursery Manager with the effective day-to-day running of the setting and deputise when required. • Help lead and coach the team, promoting consistently high-quality EYFS practice across the nursery. • Support safeguarding, ratios, health and safety, policies and regulatory compliance. • Monitor children's learning and development and help maintain a stimulating, inclusive environment. • Build strong partnerships with parents and carers and contribute to continuous improvement and Ofsted readiness. What we're looking for • A full and relevant Early Years qualification at Level 3. • A sound understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding responsibilities. • Previous leadership or senior Early Years experience appropriate to the level of the role. • Confident communication, organisation and team-leadership skills. Benefits • Unlimited refer-a-friend scheme • Free tea and coffee • Free confidential wellbeing service • Company events and rewar...
Deputy Manager in Cambridge employer: Great Starts Recruitment Ltd
Great Starts Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment for Preschool Managers in Ingrave, Brentwood. With a focus on work-life balance, employees enjoy term-time hours, school holidays off, and the flexibility of remote working one afternoon a week, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development within a friendly team dedicated to high standards of early-years education.
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Great Starts Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
