14 senior nursery manager jobs found

About Alexander House Nursery Alexander House Nursery is an independent, family-owned nursery group with settings in Wimbledon, Wandsworth and Battersea. As we celebrate five years of nurturing young children, we remain committed to providing exceptional early years education in warm, inspiring environments where children, families and staff thrive. We believe that great nurseries are built by great people . That's why we invest heavily in our team, creating a supportive culture where professional development is encouraged, achievements are recognised, and every individual is valued.   About the Role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join our Wimbledon team. As a petite setting, working alongside the Nursery Manager, you will play a key role in leading the nursery, inspiring the team, and maintaining the highest standards of care and education. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious early years professional...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Quality Manager (supernumerary). Location: Sandfield Day Nursery | Headington, Oxford | OX3 7RH. Nursery capacity:  128   places. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern: Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:00-18:30 | Choose a 4 or 5 day week. Salary:  £38,356.50-£41,437.50 per annum (pro-rata). Responsible to: Nursery Manager.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed.     Why join us?   Generous annual leave:  25 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year...

Lakera Early Years Nursery is seeking a passionate, experienced and motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager in the effective day-to-day running of our nursery. We provide high-quality care and education for children aged 6 months to 5 years, creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can learn, develop and thrive. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of childcare, education, safeguarding and development. This is a room-based leadership position, combining direct work with children with management responsibilities and support for the nursery team. The Deputy Nursery Manager will support the Nursery Manager in leading and supervising staff, maintaining appropriate staff-to-child ratios, overseeing daily routines and ensuring compliance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework and relevant Ofsted requirements. They will help plan, monitor and evaluate children's...

Deputy Manager role available at a new nursery setting in Battersea! We are looking for a hardworking and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to join the team at this wonderful nursery, that has recently opened a new setting in Battersea. You will be supporting the Nursery Manager as this nursery grows, and you will have site-wide responsibility. This nursery is a great place to work, with a supportive senior leadership team, a real focus on staff wellbeing, and the understanding and acknowledgement that early years is hard work that deserves recognition. Many benefits are offered, including: Interest-free season ticket loans to help with your commute Cycle to work scheme Fully funded further training, including PGCEs Discounted childcare Bonuses Access to an online GP Private health insurance Counselling and mental health support Good pension scheme 28 days holiday + 3 full paid training days per year Team social events This is a full time and permanent...

DEPUTY NURSERY MANAGER – TERM TIME ONLY 📍 Woodford Green / Barking, East London Hours: 30 hours per week,Term Term only (some flexibility may be considered for an exceptional Csndidate) Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only £15.00 - £16.00  per hour + accrued holiday pay (depending on experience) 🗓️ Term Time Only – Excellent Work-Life Balance SpectacularKidz is looking for an experienced, confident and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join our growing Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy, Third in Charge, Senior Practitioner or strong Room Leader who is ready to take the next step into nursery leadership. ✨ Why join us? • Term-time working – enjoy the school holidays and a better work-life balance • Accrued holiday pay on top of your term-time earnings • Opportunities for additional holiday cover work if you would like to earn more • Genuine opportunity for career progression within our growing group...

Job Description: Ready to take the next step in your Early Years career? We're looking for an experienced, passionate and motivated   Deputy Nursery Manager   to join our friendly team at our well-established   65-place nursery in Brentwood , proudly rated   Good by Ofsted . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, supporting others to thrive, and making a real difference to children's early learning experiences. Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the nursery while helping to maintain the warm, caring environment we're known for. What you'll be doing Supporting the Nursery Manager in the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery. Leading, motivating and inspiring a dedicated team of Early Years professionals. Ensuring the highest standards of care, learning and safeguarding are maintained. Supporting children's learning and development in line with...

Job title: Nursery Deputy Manager   Purpose of post Ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted Ensure a high standard of physical, personal, emotional, social and intellectual education and care for all children in the nursery Implement high standards of quality practices through supervisions and support for the team members within the nursery Day-to-day management of the nursery, including quality improvement, marketing and administration.   Key areas High standards of care and early learning of all children Team building and staff management Marketing and business development.   Responsible to: Nursery Directors   Main duties Lead the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure and ensure all team members are able to do the same. Keep up-to-date with relevant safeguarding and child protection training and cascade...

As a Room-Based Deputy Manager (RBDM), you will support the nursery management in the day-to-day running of the nursery. You will work alongside management and the wider team to plan and deliver the highest standards of care and education, as detailed in the childcare audit and OFSTED inspections. Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to work across different rooms and settings when needed. You will also act as a key person to a small group of children , ensuring their individual needs are met and their development is regularly observed, assessed, and supported. You will maintain up-to-date learning journals on Tapestry and ensure smooth handovers where needed. Working proactively with the manager, deputy manager, and room leaders, you will help promote a positive and healthy team culture while inspiring others to excel. You’ll play a role in supporting children’s progress and identifying when additional learning support or an individual education plan (IEP) is...

JOB PURPOSE As a deputy nursery manager, you will be assisting the nursery management on the day-to-day running of one of the two nurseries and a drop-in centre. You will work with the nursery manager to effectively lead all the staff within QCCA’s children services ensuring consistency in policy whilst developing and inspiring the team to excel in their endeavours. In the absence of the nursery manager, you will undertake the day-today management of the nursery. You will support the manager to oversee all the activities, planning, monitoring, review, budget, and administration, and effectively communicate with the parents and guardian on day-to-day bases. You will support the manager to drive and deliver the highest standard of care throughout the nurseries as detailed in the childcare audit and OFSTED inspections. You need to manage staff shortfall by deploying excess staff to other settings and drop-in centres as and when needed. KEY DUTIES To assist in ensuring...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship –  Deputy Manager at Little Beans Garland (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Little Beans Garland as a Pre-School Team Leader . Requirements; A Level 3 Childcare qualification is essential  You must be able to gain a clear DBS and  two satisfactory references Must have GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent  Previous experience in a Deputy Manager role is desirable. A strong understanding of the EYFS is essential. Safeguarding experience is highly desirable. Little Beans Garland was designed with a specific vision by the two owners with learning and the environment at the very heart of their project - Little Beans Garland. Every inch designed and set out to maximise free flow and play opportunities for all our...

WE'RE LOOKING FOR A DEPUTY MANAGER Join Polka Dots Nursery – where children are known, valued, and nurtured every day. Are you an early years leader looking for a role where you'll genuinely make a difference? We're recruiting a Deputy Manager to join our close-knit team at Polka Dots, starting at the end of September 2026. ABOUT US PolkaDots is a small, family-oriented day nursery for children aged 2-4 years. We're term time only, which means we're part of the rhythm of family life, not separate from it. We believe in play-based learning, individual attention and creating an environment where both children and staff feel they truly belong. We're not a chain, we're a small team of staff committed to making real, lasting connections with the children and families we care for. THE ROLE As Deputy Manager, you'll work alongside our Nursery Manager to lead a warm, nurturing team and ensure our high standards are maintained every single day....

Early Years Nursery Deputy Manager Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years Professional wanting to progress in your career? Do you love working with children helping them grow, develop and thrive, by providing excellent opportunities for them to be curious and creative learners? We are a small nursery seeking a dedicated early years professional to join our team, helping to lead and drive the setting forward. Helping to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment, that supports all children's learning and development. The ideal candidate would have excellent knowledge of the Early Years Framework and strong communication skills. This position would suit both an experienced Deputy Manager or someone wanting to take the next step into a leadership role. Duties Assisting in the day to day running of the setting receiving a full induction and training packing. Helping to lead and support a team of childcare professionals by being a supportive mentor and...

Are you passionate about leading a team, supporting and nurturing children during their early years? Do you believe in outdoor learning environments, child-led learning and ready to join a motivated and high performing nursery team? Rosedene Nurseries are looking to recruit an experienced  Deputy Manager  to join our leadership team at the  Ofsted rated Good  Northallerton nursery. Wh at  a   Deputy  Nursery  Manager  needs : Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding. Deputy or Leadership experience within a nursery to take charge of the setting in the managers absence. Excellent communication skills are essential and must be able to work in partnership with parents and carers. Rosedene’s mission is to provide the most enriching learning opportunities , within a nurturing environment , for our children...

SENCO & Inclusion Manager- Due to internal promotion Purpose of the Role To ensure children with additional needs are identified early, supported effectively, and included fully in the nursery setting and can access the curriculum. You will work with team, families, and external professionals to provide the right help at the right time, minimising disruption and maximising outcomes for every child. To provide and upskill the team of Early Years Educators with strategies and skills to help support children and families through regular interactions and specific training such as use of early engaging play and modelled speech, language and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Observe and assess children’s development to identify additional needs early. Create and implement Individual Support Plans with clear goals and strategies. Adapt learning activities so all children can participate and thrive. Train, guide, and support nursery team in inclusive...