About the Role
Support a UK-leading nursery and childcare provider in finding an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager. This group operates over 40 nurseries across London, all rated Ofsted Outstanding or Good, with a unique focus on positive social impact in the communities they serve. The role is 80% room based and 20% office based, requiring active involvement in daily operations and supporting nursery management.
Responsibilities
- Actively involved in day-to-day operations
- Support the Nursery Manager to manage, improve, and grow the nursery behind the scenes
- Coach and develop a team of staff
Requirements
- A full and relevant Level 3 (or above) childcare qualification
- Proven experience managing or leading in an Early Years/Nursery environment with a coaching approach to developing a team of staff
- Comprehensive knowledge of the EYFS Framework
- Comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures
- Proven experience and evidence of improving performance
- The ability to build strong, nurturing relationships with all stakeholders
- A genuine passion for childcare, child development, and community impact
- A child-centred approach to your work
Location
- Barking Riverside, London
Work Type
- Full-Time
- 40 hours per week
Experience Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- Level 3 (or above) childcare qualification
Salary/Compensations
- £37,925 per year
Benefits
- Ongoing training and clear promotion pathways
- 7% employer pension contribution
- 70% discount on childcare fees
- Up to 35 days off a year
- Sector-leading parental leave
- Wellbeing app access
- Shopping discounts
- Annual staff conference
- Funding for team celebrations
About the Company
- UK-leading nursery and childcare provider
- Operate over 40 nurseries across London, all rated Ofsted Outstanding or Good
- Unique focus on positive social impact in the communities they serve
- Spacious, modern setting situated in a new development in Barking, close to the River Thames
