Deputy Nursery Manager

Chelmsford Competitive Salary Permanent | Full-Time

Join a Growing Nursery Team

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join a thriving nursery in Chelmsford. This role is ideal for a passionate early years professional with leadership experience who is ready to support the day-to-day running of the nursery while helping to drive quality, compliance, and outstanding practice.

Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will play a key role in leading the team, maintaining high standards of care and education, and ensuring children receive the very best start in life.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent full-time position
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Well-resourced learning environments
• Company pension scheme
• Employee wellbeing support
• Free on-site parking

The Role

As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will:

• Support the day-to-day management of the nursery.
• Assume responsibility for the setting in the Nursery Manager's absence.
• Lead and support staff to deliver outstanding early years education and care.
• Conduct room walks, observations, audits, and quality assurance checks.
• Support staff development through coaching, supervision, and performance management.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures and welfare requirements are consistently followed.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and professionals.
• Support curriculum delivery in line with the EYFS.
• Monitor health and safety, risk assessments, and compliance across the nursery.
• Assist with nursery administration, staffing, and operational processes.

About You

To be considered, you will have:

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• At least 2 years' experience in an early years setting.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and child development.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• A proactive approach to supporting staff and driving quality improvement.
• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional outcomes for children.

Safeguarding

This nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Early Years professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a nursery committed to excellence, professional development, and providing outstanding care and education for children.