Deputy Nursery Manager

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Deputy Nursery Manager
London
£35,000 – £40,000 per annum
Full-Time | All Year Round (Generous Closure Periods)
Are you an experienced Senior Practitioner ready for the next step — or an established Deputy Manager looking for a fresh, supportive environment?
An established, welcoming early years nursery in London is seeking a confident and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join their leadership team and make a real impact.
Why Join This Nursery?
- Competitive salary up to £40,000
- 1 week off at Christmas & 2 weeks off in Summer
- Closed on all Bank Holidays
- Supportive, experienced leadership team
- Ongoing CPD and career progression
- Opportunity to influence practice and drive quality
This is a well-regarded, nursery with a team of 14 dedicated staff, providing high-quality care for children aged 9 months to 5 years.
Your Role as Deputy Nursery Manager
Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will:
* Support the day-to-day running of the nursery
* Lead, motivate and inspire a team of 14 practitioners
* Ensure full compliance with EYFS and safeguarding requirements
* Oversee staff supervisions, mentoring and development
* Build strong, professional partnerships with parents
* Step up as Manager in their absence
This is a hands-on leadership role where your voice, ideas and experience will be valued.
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5+ desirable)
* Previous experience in a senior or supervisory nursery role
* Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
* Confident leadership and organisational skills
* A genuine passion for delivering outstanding early years education
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Location:
Merton, Greater London
Salary:
£36,000 - £38,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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