Deputy Nursery Manager
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Amersham |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Deputy Nursery Manager
£32,000 per year | 40 Hours per Week
A newly refreshed nursery brings fresh opportunities – not only for the children who learn there, but for the team helping to shape what happens every day.
This recently refurbished nursery offers stimulating indoor environments designed to encourage children to explore, play and develop with confidence. Outside, the large, well-resourced garden gives children plenty of room to be active, build their physical skills and enjoy outdoor learning as a natural part of their day.
We’re looking for an experienced Early Years professional ready to take on a key leadership role, supporting the Nursery Manager while remaining closely involved with the children, team and day-to-day life of the setting.
What We’re Looking For
A
full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
Previous senior Early Years experience – essential
Experience as a Deputy Nursery Manager, Room Leader, Third in Charge or similar would be ideal
Strong knowledge of the
EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
Confidence leading, supporting and developing nursery practitioners
Experience maintaining high standards across Early Years environments
Strong organisational and communication skills
A positive, hands-on approach to leadership
What You’ll Receive
£32,000 per year
Discounted childcare
Your birthday off
Competitive annual leave
Enhanced parental leave
Training and development opportunities
Wellbeing programme
Your Role
Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day leadership of the setting
Provide a visible, supportive presence for practitioners across the nursery
Help lead, motivate and develop the Early Years team
Support the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, compliance, health and safety
Support staff deployment, ratios and the smooth running of the nursery
Help ensure the refurbished indoor environments remain stimulating and purposeful
Encourage the team to make full use of the large outdoor area for learning, exploration and physical development
Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
Step up in the Nursery Manager’s absence and provide continuity of leadership
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: WILL257071/DB
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