Deputy Manager

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join our growing team in Hillingdon. Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you will help lead the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring outstanding childcare, education, and compliance standards are maintained.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident Level 3 qualified professional looking to progress within a supportive and ambitious nursery environment.

• Support the Nursery Manager with the daily running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate, and support staff to deliver outstanding practice.
• Ensure compliance with EYFS, Ofsted, safeguarding, and health and safety requirements.
• Monitor children's learning and development outcomes.
• Support staff recruitment, induction, training, and performance management.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies.
• Assist with occupancy, retention, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Act as Nursery Manager in their absence.

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Room Leader, Third in Charge, or Deputy Manager position.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Passion for delivering exceptional care and education.

• Level 5 qualification in Early Years or Leadership.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Experience leading teams through Ofsted inspections.

• Competitive salary package.
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive management team.
• Company pension.
• Staff wellbeing support.
• Annual leave entitlement.
• Free parking (where available).