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Deputy Manager

£36k per annum

Join an Award-Winning Nursery Group

St George’s Nursery Group has been providing high-quality childcare and Early Years education across the East Midlands for over 30 years and was recognised as one of the Top 20 Nursery Groups in 2024.

£1000 Welcome Bonus Available

Contract : Permanent, Full-time – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary : Up to £36,000 per annum

Benefits:

  • £1000 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)

  • £500 Recommend-a-Friend

  • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays

  • Paid annual Wellbeing Day

  • Free confidential wellbeing and counselling support

  • Pension contribution scheme

  • Ongoing training and career progression

  • Childcare discounts

  • Team socials and staff events, including our annual black-tie awards evening

  • Free on-site parking

About The Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Room Leader, Third-in-Charge, Senior Practitioner or Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their leadership career.

Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you’ll help lead the team, maintain high standards and support the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery, with opportunities to develop towards a Nursery Manager role in the future.

As Deputy Manager, you will:

  • Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery

  • Lead, motivate and develop the team

  • Maintain high standards of care, learning and safeguarding

  • Ensure EYFS, Ofsted and nursery requirements are met

  • Take responsibility for the nursery in the Manager’s absence

What We’re Looking For:

  • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

  • Leadership experience within an Early Years setting

  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

  • A positive, supportive leadership style

  • Passion for Early Years and a desire to progress your career

If you’re passionate about Early Years and want to develop your career within a supportive, award-winning nursery group, we’d love to hear from you.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, with appointments based on skills, experience and suitability for the role.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment:

St George’s Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references, identity and qualification checks and an appropriate Enhanced DBS check.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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