Deputy Nursery Manager in Birmingham, West Midlands

Salary: £13.90 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, all year round
Shift pattern: Between 7:30am and 6:00pm
Qualification: Level 3 Early Years qualification, held for at least two years

ACR Recruitment & Training is looking for a passionate and motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to join a lovely nursery in Birmingham.

Set within a warm, welcoming, home-from-home environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional to support the day-to-day running of the nursery, with a particular focus on the preschool age group.

Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you will help lead the team, maintain high standards of care and education, and create a safe, stimulating environment where children feel happy, confident and ready to learn.

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the setting.

• Help lead, motivate and support the nursery team, promoting a positive working environment.

• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

• Encourage children's learning, development and school readiness within the preschool room.

• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and overall care.

• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, providing updates on children's progress and wellbeing.

• Support staff development, share good practice and contribute to continuous improvement.

• Help ensure nursery policies, procedures and regulatory requirements are consistently followed.

• A recognised Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification, obtained at least two years ago.

• Experience working within an Early Years setting, ideally with preschool-aged children.

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, or the confidence and motivation to take the next step into management.

• A good understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding and children's development.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• A caring, proactive approach and a genuine passion for providing high-quality childcare.

• The ability to support colleagues and help create a welcoming, nurturing environment.

• £13.90 per hour

• Permanent position with 37.5 hours per week.

• All-year-round employment.

• Ongoing training and continuous professional development.

• Free nursery parking.

• Staff uniform provided.

• The opportunity to work in a lovely, welcoming, home-from-home nursery environment.

If you're an experienced Early Years professional looking for your next opportunity in a supportive nursery environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through ACR Recruitment & Training to take the next step in your Early Years career!

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd
Specialists in Early Years and childcare recruitment.