Deputy Nursery Manager
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Paddington |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Deputy Nursery Manager
Up to £35,900 per year | 40 Hours per Week
This Good Ofsted-rated nursery is set within a purpose-built building, with bright, spacious playrooms creating a warm and inviting environment for children. Outdoors, there’s even more to discover, with mud kitchens, climbing frames and vegetable patches giving children plenty of opportunities to get active, explore and learn through hands-on experiences.
We’re looking for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to work alongside the Nursery Manager, supporting the team, maintaining high standards and helping the setting continue to provide a positive Early Years experience for every child.
What We’re Looking For
A
full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
Previous Deputy Nursery Manager experience – essential
Strong knowledge of the
EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
Proven experience leading, supporting and developing nursery teams
Confidence with staff deployment, ratios and the day-to-day running of a nursery
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
The ability to maintain high standards while managing the demands of a busy setting
Excellent communication skills with children, families and colleagues
A positive, hands-on approach to leadership
What You’ll Receive
Salary up to £35,900
40 hours per week
Competitive annual leave
Your birthday off
Enhanced parental leave
Discounted childcare
Training and development opportunities
Wellbeing programme
Supporting the Nursery
Work closely with the Nursery Manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the setting
Lead, support and motivate practitioners across the nursery
Help maintain and build upon the nursery’s
Good Ofsted standards
Support the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS
Oversee staff deployment, ratios and daily routines
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, compliance, health and safety
Support staff development through guidance, feedback and ongoing training
Ensure the
indoor and outdoor environments remain engaging, purposeful and well organised
Build strong relationships with children and their families
Deputise for the Nursery Manager and provide confident leadership 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.
Reference: WILL246548/DB
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