At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for a strong Deputy Nursery Manager to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.

We are looking for a passionate and inspiring early years professional to support the leadership of our nursery and make a real difference in children’s early years.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on supporting teams, leading by example and helping to create inspiring learning environments where both children and staff flourish.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will:

✨ Support the Nursery Manager in leading, motivating and developing a dedicated team
✨ Lead by example, creating a positive, collaborative environment where staff feel valued and inspired
✨ Assist with recruitment, inductions, staff development and supervisions
✨ Step up to lead the nursery in the Manager’s absence
✨ Ensure the nursery provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for all children
✨ Support high-quality curriculum planning tailored to each child’s development
✨ Monitor children’s progress and promote wellbeing and emotional development
✨ Help oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring strong organisation and compliance

We are looking for someone who brings energy, initiative and a genuine passion for early years education, and who is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.

If you’re ready to support a team, inspire others and help shape children’s futures, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer:

Support from a dedicated Nursery Manager and Area Manager, providing ongoing guidance and ensuring you have the tools and resources you need to succeed.

A competitive salary and benefits package, including above statutory annual leave entitlements, along with other staff perks.

A beautiful, private setting, providing a peaceful, modern and inspiring environment.

A well-presented nursery with an innovative outdoor space designed to stimulate and encourage children’s exploration.

A supportive and friendly team who are passionate about what they do and dedicated to the children’s well-being.

Opportunities for professional development and career growth, supporting you to progress further in your leadership career.

The opportunity to step into leadership, influence practice and make a real difference in children’s lives.

To be successful in your application, you will need:

A suitable Level 3 childcare qualification, recognised by the Department for Education.

A good understanding of the EYFS.

Excellent understanding of the English language, spoken and written.

A strong understanding of safeguarding practices.

Previous childcare experience within an early years setting, with some leadership or senior practitioner experience desirable.

A cleared DBS check.

The ability to extend children’s learning through high-quality experiences and activities.

Experience of supporting or managing a group of key children.

Strong communication skills with both adults and children.

A commitment to reflective practice and continuous professional development.

Our safe and secure enabling environments ensure that fun and learning remain active, and that every child has the opportunity to develop through their own interests and deep levels of involvement.

The nursery is easily accessible from all local areas, including surrounding villages.

What are the benefits for working at Caring Kindergartens:

• A brilliant work culture, celebrating success and achievements of our teams and the individuals within them. We consider ourselves to be like a family, therefore we care about everyone and their wellbeing, as happy staff make happy children;
• We all deserve a treat so we offer a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out;
• Financial support for our working parents, offering 60% discount on fees for all children that attend the nursery;
• We fully understand how Christmas and New Year is a time for family and friends (and some Christmas TV too) so we guarantee you time off over the festive period;
• Not only will we provide you with the training and access to platforms you require to carry out your role, but we’ll also regularly meet to check in with how you are getting on, working together to create an amazing, safe environment for you to ask questions and share thought, no matter how small.
• We are invested in your development, so for every stage of your career, we will tailor make your individual journey, with opportunities across our chain of nurseries;
• We can provide you with access to our NURTURE programme, preparing you to step into your next position within Early Years;
• Your health and wellbeing are very important to us, we offer every member ongoing internal support, along with an Employee Assistance Programme;
• To help keep worklife organised, fun and all in one place, we have an internal employee app to support staff to manage work rotas, book annual leave, access documents and policies, along with it's very own social media platform where activities, ideas and team challenges are regularly shared;
• Day One Inclusion – Every member of staff has the same rights as everyone else from their very first day with Caring Kindergartens.