Deputy Nursery Manager
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | High Wycombe |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 24 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 24 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Deputy Nursery Manager Level 3 – Up to £35,000
Days here are centred around play-led learning, natural materials and stimulating spaces that encourage children to explore, develop and learn at their own pace. We’re looking for an experienced Early Years leader who can work alongside the Nursery Manager, guide Room Leaders and help keep standards high across staffing, safeguarding and everyday practice.
This position combines leadership responsibilities with time in the rooms, keeping you connected to both the team and the children.
What You’ll Need
Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
Proven
experience in a senior nursery role with leadership
responsibility
Strong working knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted expectations
Confidence managing staff performance and operational decisions
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
Salary up to £35,000
40 hours per week
Full-time, permanent position
Dedicated time for both
leadership duties and room-based practice
Sector-leading training and ongoing professional development
Discounted childcare
Competitive annual leave
Your birthday off
Pension scheme
Wellbeing support
Employee benefits portal
What You’ll Do
Support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of the setting
Oversee room leaders to maintain planning and assessment standards
Monitor safeguarding, health and safety and compliance procedures
Manage staff deployment and ratios across rooms
Contribute to staff supervision, performance management and training
Maintain professional communication with parents and external agencies
What Happens After You Apply
Applications will be reviewed against the essential criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial discussion before formal interview.
Reference: WILL261444/DB