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SpectacularKidz Preschool Nursery
31 Aug, 2026
Full time
Deputy Manager/Aspiring Nursery Manager - Term Time - £15- £16ph
£15.00 - £16.00 hourly
SpectacularKidz Preschool Nursery Woodford Green, UK
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...
Nursery Name:
SpectacularKidz Preschool Nursery
Nursery Manager Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager Room Leader/Team Leader
Woodside Trading
21 Jul, 2026
Full time
Deputy Manager
Woodside Trading Northampton, UK
Deputy Manager (Full time) Salary Neg dependant on experience Parade Day Nursery are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to support the manager in overseeing our childcare facility. The ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for early childhood education. As the Deputy Manager, you will be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children, while also managing staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. To work under the direction of the manager and deputise for him/her as and when required To ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted To support the aims and objectives of the nursery and assist the manager in the organisation of a high-quality establishment for children from birth to five years To provide high standards of care and early learning- to include the monitoring and review of provision, this includes providing a safe, caring...
Nursery Name:
The Parade Day Nursery
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Naturally Learning
20 Jul, 2026
Full time
Deputy Manager
£15.00 - £17.00 hourly
Naturally Learning Truro, UK
🌟 Truro Deputy Nursery Manager  🌟 Naturally Learning | Level 3+ Qualified Deputy Nursery Manager  Are you ready to take the next step in your early years leadership journey? We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join our nursery team.  This is a fantastic opportunity to support the leadership of a thriving nursery, working alongside a dedicated team to provide exceptional care and learning experiences for children. You'll help lead by example, inspire outstanding practice, and contribute to a nurturing environment where children, families, and colleagues can flourish. What We’re Looking For: ✔ Level 3 or above Early Years qualification ✔ Experience in a senior or leadership role within an early years setting ✔ Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements ✔ Confidence in supporting the day-to-day running of a busy nursery ✔ Ability to motivate, support, and develop colleagues ✔ Full-time role – minimum 40...
Nursery Name:
Truro
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager Room Leader/Team Leader
Keep Fit Day Nursery Stockton
15 Jun, 2026
Full time
nursery deputy manager
£28,000 - £30,000 yearly
Keep Fit Day Nursery Stockton
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...
Nursery Name:
Keep Fit Day Nursery
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Play Aloud Ltd
08 Jun, 2026
Full time
Deputy Manager
£13.50 - £14.50 hourly
Play Aloud Ltd Hertford, UK
We are looking for a new Deputy Manager to join the team from September 2026. If you are a qualifed Early Years Practitioner we would like to hear from you.  We are a Wrap Around Care provider within the school grounds of Wheatcroft School, Stanstead Road, Hertford. We are open Monday to Friday term time 7.20-9.10 and 2.30- 6.10pm we would also like to provide around 5 admin hours per week to be worked flexibly within the day. In the school holidays we would require shifts to be worked at Hertingfordbury Cowper School, Hertford. The holiday club is open Tuesday to Thursday 8am to 5pm and we would be happy to dicuss working hours being 1 half day, 3 full days or anything inbetween.  The role would include:  - Supporting the manager on a day to basis  - Covering in the managers absence  - Working with children aged 3 to 11 years old  - Working in partnership with the school staff team  - Providing the team with support, supervisions, and guidance  - Daily...
Nursery Name:
Play Aloud Wheatcroft
Rosedene Nurseries Ltd
24 Apr, 2026
Full time
Nursery Deputy Manager
£14.50 - £15.00 hourly
Rosedene Nurseries Ltd Northallerton, UK
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...
Nursery Name:
Rosedene Northallerton
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Park View Ltd
18 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery Deputy Manager
£28,000 - £32,500 yearly
Park View Ltd Woodstock OX20, UK
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...
Nursery Name:
Park View Childcare (Woodstock) Ltd
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
QUEENS CRESCENT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION LTD
12 Nov, 2025
Full time
Room-Based Deputy Manager (Caversham)
£15.00 hourly
QUEENS CRESCENT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION LTD 43 Caversham Rd, London NW5 2DR
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...
Nursery Name:
Caversham Nursery
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd
25 Apr, 2025
Full time
Nursery Deputy Manager - Advert
£33,751 yearly
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd Oxford, UK
This role is also known as Early Years Manager, and is related to Nursery Room Leader, EY Educator, Nursery Nurse Please click to view the full [Job Description - available shortly] and  GDPR  information.   _________________________________________ Nursery Deputy Manager - Peripatetic - Administrative Focus Willow Cottage are seeking a Deputy Manager who is a dynamic leader with a passion for early years education. If you are dedicated to nurturing young minds, with a good head for organisation and an eye for detail, we would love to hear from you! Roles and Responsibilities As a deputy manager you will be involved in: – Leading safeguarding for the setting, putting the welfare and safety of the children above all else – Supporting our setting management teams in various ways, both at the settings and remotely.  – Administering the Early Education Funding scheme and various other administrative and HR tasks – Supporting with various projects...
Nursery Name:
Willow Cottage Nurseries
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
22 Jul, 2026
Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Acton, London, UK
Deputy Nursery Manager We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager?  Join our well-established team in Acton Park and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.    Position: Deputy Manager – reporting to the Nursery Manager Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: from £31,304 per annum Opening Hours: 7.30am to 6.00pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with over 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Acton Park setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community and within a beautiful park.  The nursery offers a vibrant early years setting which has been thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting and inspiring outdoor garden, the...
Nursery Name:
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Acton Park
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
TT
09 Jul, 2026
Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager
£38,000 - £32,000 yearly
Tiny Treasures Day Nursery
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...
Nursery Name:
Tiny Treasures Day Nursery
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Ethos Education
29 Jun, 2026
Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager
£34,000 - £40,000 yearly
Ethos Education Tower Hamlets, London, UK
Deputy Nursery Manager needed in Tower Hamlets We are looking for a strong and dedicated Deputy Manager to join the team at this lovely nursery in Tower Hamlets! This is a great role either for a Deputy Manager looking for a change of setting or a Room Leader/Third in Charge wanting to further their early years career and step up. This permanent Deputy Manager role is to work full time with a salary from £34k per annum. Benefits include: Further training fully funded Career progression Good pension and holiday schemes Bonuses paid throughout the year Regular pay rises Cycle to work scheme Discounted childcare Team social events It is essential for this Deputy Nursery Manager role that you hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and that you have experience working in a nursery or early years setting, with experience leading a room or taking on deputy tasks ideally. Good understanding of safeguarding and EYFS are required for...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
SS
24 Jun, 2026
Part time
Deputy Nursery Manager
£14.50 - £15.00 hourly
Stepping Stones of Sopley Bransgore, Christchurch, UK
Deputy Nursery Manager Stepping Stones of Sopley – Christchurch, Dorset 30 hours per week Term Time Only plus holiday cubs (Please note that we will require some flexibility around hours) Salary £14.50 - £15 per hour DOE Stepping Stones of Sopley are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager and to lead our dedicated team caring for children aged 9 months to 4 years. You’ll create a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where our youngest children can develop and thrive. As Deputy Nursey Manager, you’ll plan engaging, age-appropriate activities, support your team’s practice, and build strong relationships with families to ensure every child feels safe, secure, and valued. If you’re a positive, professional leader with a genuine love for children and early learning, we’d love to hear from you!   Job Description ·         To effectively deliver the EYFS ensuring...
Nursery Name:
Stepping Stones of Sopley
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Childbase Partnership
11 May, 2026
Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager
£38,357 - £41,438 yearly
Childbase Partnership Headington, Oxford, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Deputy Nursery Manager (supernumerary). Location:  Julia Durbin Day Nursery | Headington, Oxford | OX3 7JU (next to Churchill Hospital). Nursery capacity:  131 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...
Nursery Name:
Julia Durbin Day Nursery
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Childbase Partnership
11 May, 2026
Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager
£35,178 - £40,034 yearly
Childbase Partnership Staines, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Deputy Nursery Manager (supernumerary). Location:  Knowle Green Day Nursery | Staines | TW18 1AJ. Nursery capacity:  133 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:  £35,178-£40,033.50 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 through...
Nursery Name:
Knowle Green Day Nursery
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Ethos Education
07 May, 2026
Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager
£33,000 yearly
Ethos Education Greenford, UK
Deputy Nursery Manager needed in Greenford We are looking for a strong and dedicated Deputy Manager to join the team at this lovely nursery in Greenford! This is a great role either for a Deputy Manager looking for a change of setting or a Room Leader/Third in Charge wanting to further their early years career and step up. This permanent Deputy Manager role is to work 4 days a week (Tuesday-Friday, 7:45am-6pm), with a salary of £33k per annum. Benefits include: Free parking Good pension scheme 28 days holiday Further training fully funded Career progression Team social events It is essential for this Deputy Nursery Manager role that you hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and that you have experience working in a nursery or early years setting, with experience leading a room or taking on deputy tasks ideally. Good understanding of safeguarding and EYFS are required for this role, and you should have excellent...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Ethos Education
23 Feb, 2026
Full time
Super-Numery Deputy Nursery Manager
£36,000 - £40,000 yearly
Ethos Education Fulham, London, UK
Super-Numery Deputy Nursery Manager role to start ASAP in Fulham Permanent full-time Deputy Nursery Manager role at a lovely family-run nursery in Fulham. You will work closely with the Nursery Manager in all aspects of running the nursery. Hours: 7:45am-6:30pm, 4 days per week Salary: £36k-£40k per annum Annual leave: 4 weeks paid leave + bank holidays. 1 additional paid day off for each year of employment up to 1 additional week. An extra day off on your birthday. Benefits of working here include: Good pension scheme Home-cooked lunch provided daily Further training and development opportunities provided Small independent and newly refurbished nursery A heavyweight management team to be a part of Great working environment Requirements: Minimum Level 3/equivalent qualification in Early Years or Childcare Previous experience as a Deputy or Manager Strong leadership skills Excellent knowledge of safeguarding practices and the EYFS framework Great...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Ethos Education
02 Dec, 2025
Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager
£31,200 - £34,320 yearly
Ethos Education Wimbledon, London, UK
We are looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join the team at this family-run nursery in Wimbledon, with an ASAP start! This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Deputy Manager, Third in Charge or high-performance Room Leader to showcase their leadership and management skills and it can be a great stepping stone in your career! This nursery offers career progression and is a great place to further your early years career. As a Deputy Manager, it is essential you hold (at minimum) a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and at least 2 years experience in a nursery is required. Good IT skills are also required. This is a permanent and full time role to work 4 days a week, 7:30am-6:30pm, all year round. The salary will range from £31,200-£34,320 per annum. Benefits of working here include: Enhanced annual leave (including birthday off) and many other rewards and perks Refer a friend bonus Upfront DBS payment Career and development opportunities...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
AP
18 Nov, 2025
Full time
Deputy Childcare Manager / Early Years Manager
£28,000 - £29,000 yearly
Another Place - The Lake Watermillock, Ullswater, Lake District
Deputy Childcare Manager / Early Years Manager – Another Place, The Lake | Deputy Kids Zone Manager Warm hospitality and contemporary comfort combine with views over Ullswater and the fells. Another Place, The Lake is for taking it easy with your favourite people, exploring the wilderness, swimming beneath a full moon, paddleboarding across the lake, eating and drinking well, letting go and having a good time. Another Place Hotels – a place to take your hospitality career to new heights. With a team that values connection, flexibility, variety, and challenge, we're all about making a meaningful impact on our guest’s holiday. Our three core values - We Care, We Notice, We Change – show what it means to work for a hotel which goes above and beyond for our team and guests. At Another Place, we don't just provide a place for our guests to rest their heads - we create memorable experiences that they'll remember for a lifetime.  Please note, this is a full-time role working 40...
Nursery Name:
Another Place - The Lake | Kids Zone
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
QUEENS CRESCENT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION LTD
12 Nov, 2025
Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager (Holly Lodge Nursery) (term time only)
£15.00 hourly
QUEENS CRESCENT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION LTD Oakeshott Ave, London N6 6ED
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...
Nursery Name:
Holly Lodge Nursery
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
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