At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Nursery Manager and lead a passionate team in delivering exceptional early years education.
- Company: A nurturing nursery that values creativity and play-based learning.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, discounted childcare, fresh meals, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy excellent career progression and a fun, engaging workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in a senior nursery role.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 33000 £ per year.
Ready to take the next step in your early years career? We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join and support the day-to-day running of our client’s welcoming nursery. This role is ideal for an experienced Deputy, or a strong Room Leader or Third in Charge ready to step up.
The nursery offers a fun, engaging environment where children develop confidence, creativity, and communication through play-based learning. A large, well-equipped garden with outdoor resources and a sand pit supports active, hands-on learning.
Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you'll help lead the team and ensure high standards of care and education.
What We're Looking For
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
- Previous experience in a senior nursery role - Ideally experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager. Strong Room Leaders and Third in Charge candidates will also be considered
- Excellent understanding of the EYFS framework
- Strong safeguarding knowledge
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Passion for delivering exceptional early years education
What's On Offer
- Convenient on-site parking for a stress-free commute
- Benefit from discounted childcare for your family
- Be rewarded with a bonus scheme
- Fresh meals provided while you're on shift
- Secure your future with a company pension scheme
- Celebrate your birthday with a time off
- Grow your career with ongoing training and development opportunities
- Relax and recharge with a Christmas closure period
- Take advantage of excellent career progression opportunities within a supportive and nurturing nursery
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery
- Lead, motivate, and mentor the nursery team to deliver exceptional care and education
- Help create a stimulating environment where children develop confidence, creativity, communication, and independence
- Plan and oversee engaging activities that support children's individual learning journeys
- Promote outdoor learning by making full use of the nursery's spacious garden and outdoor resources
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS standards are consistently maintained
- Deputise for the Nursery Manager in their absence
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Deputy Nursery Manager in Woodley employer: Willingcare
Join a nurturing and supportive nursery environment as a Deputy Nursery Manager, where your passion for early years education will thrive. With excellent benefits such as discounted childcare, fresh meals during shifts, and ongoing training opportunities, you will be part of a team dedicated to fostering children's confidence and creativity. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers a unique chance to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on young lives.
