Nursery Deputy Manager

Location High Wycombe, HP14
Category Nursery
Job Type Full Time
Salary £31,500 per year
Posted 5 June 2026
Branch Buckinghamshire
Reference 10000000000000038

Job Description:

  • A nursery in Aylesbury are looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join their team!

    Hours: Full Time

    Salary: £31,500 per annum

    Key Responsibilities:

    * Support the overall management of the nursery to ensure high-quality childcare for children and families

    * Deputise for the Nursery Manager and take full responsibility in their absence

    * Support staff management, supervision, training, and performance

    * Assist with setting and monitoring nursery goals, targets, and occupancy levels

    * Ensure compliance with EYFS, safeguarding, Health & Safety, and company policies

    * Maintain strong relationships with parents and deliver excellent customer service

    * Support financial administration, occupancy, and fee collection

    * Contribute to Ofsted readiness and continuous improvement

    * Assist with recruitment, inductions, appraisals, and staff development

    * Stay up to date with childcare legislation and best practice

    Requirements:

    * Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

    * Previous leadership or management experience in an early years setting

    * Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Health & Safety

    * Confident leadership, organisational, and communication skills

    * Professional, proactive, and team-focused approach

    What’s on Offer:

    * 80% childcare discount

    * Employee of the Quarter (£150 bonus)

    * Room of the Quarter (£250 bonus)

    * £250 Parent Referral bonus

    * Extra annual leave for length of service

    * Management bonus scheme (including attendance-based incentives)

    * On-the-spot recognition rewards

    * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

    * Pension scheme

    * Free uniform

    * Bright Exchange employee discounts

    To apply, please submit your CV or contact us for more information.
  • Job Benefits:

    • £250 Parent Referral bonus
    • 80% childcare discount
    • Bright Exchange employee discounts
    • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
    • Employee of the Quarter (£150 bonus)
    • Extra annual leave for length of service
    • On-the-spot recognition rewards
    • Pension scheme
    • Room of the Quarter (£250 bonus)

    Job Certifications:

    • Enhanced DBS
    • Level 3 or above in Early Years – Essential for the role.

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