Deputy Nursery Manager

Raven Recruitment Limited

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South East London, gb on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 27, 2025 Last posted March 27, 2025
Job description

My client is currently seeking a Deputy Manger to lead alongside the established management team as well as a Room Leader for their 3-5 year olds.

You will contribute to the continuous growth of the nursery and above all, provide the best care and education to the children of Central London! The Nursery is an 'Ofsted' Outstanding setting situated in the heart of South Bermondsey. The nursery consists of a baby, toddler and preschool room that all beautifully lead into the lovely garden area.

Required:

 • Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare or Equivalent (NNEB, BTEC etc) • The essential capability to supervise staff and demonstrate knowledge and experience of the EYFS. 

You will have strong knowledge of child protection and safeguarding and the ability to take the lead when required. 

You will work directly with the Nursery Manager to ensure procedures are adhered to, ensure the nursery consistently promotes positive behaviour, self-control and independence in the children.

In return:

• Make a difference to the children who need it the most

• Pay and conditions above national average within the early years sector • 50% off of childcare

• Up to 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and an additional 3 days over the Christmas period

• Full access to LEYF Academy - minimum of 8 days per year training covering mandatory courses and additional professional development designed.

• 10% GLL Gym discount • 7% employer contribution towards pension • Guaranteed salary increase after probation

• Overtime pay • Annual travel loan • Free life assurance • Access to our work life support services

• Flexible working • Access to LEYF social events; New Year's Awards ceremony, Annual Conference and Summer BBQ Apply today! Our dedicated recruitment team will be in touch!

About this role

Summary

Lead nursery staff, ensure child care quality, support manager, promote child development, oversee safeguarding.

Job title

Deputy Nursery Manager

Experience level

full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare or Equivalent

Industry

education

Location requirements

South East London, remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Level 3 Childcaresupervise staffknowledge of EYFSchild protectionsafeguarding

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

childcarechild protectionsafeguardingEYFS
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site