Deputy Nursery Manager

Are you an inspiring Early Years leader looking for your next big step?

At Supply Star Recruitment, we are supporting a well-established nursery in Shrewsbury to recruit a passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join their happy, growing team! 

The nursery pride themselves on creating a warm, magical learning environment for their children. In this role, you will work hand-in-hand with the Nursery Manager to lead a talented team of educators. You will help shape their curriculum, support their wonderful families, and lead by example every day. 

If you love early years and want to grow your career, we want to hear from you!

What the Company Offer:

• Great Pay: Competitive salary based on your skills and experience.
• Career Growth: Funded training courses and clear paths to promotion

What You Will Do:

• Lead the Team: Inspire, mentor, and support room leaders and staff.
• Run Operations: Step up to run the nursery when the Manager is away.
• Deliver Excellence: Ensure high-quality care and learning through the EYFS framework.
• Keep Children Safe: Maintain strict health, safety, and safeguarding standards.
• Partner with Parents: Build strong, trusting relationships with their families.

Hours of work: Monday - Friday upto 40 hours per week, 51 weeks of the year (closed on bank holidays and 1 week at Christmas)

 What You Will Need

• Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 in Childcare or Early Years (or higher).
• Experience: At least 2 years of experience leading a team (like a Room Leader).
• Framework Knowledge: A deep understanding of EYFS and Ofsted standards.
• Key Certifications: A valid Paediatric First Aid certificate is preferred.
• Safety Checks: A clean, enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this). 

🚀 Ready to Apply?

We would love to meet you! Click "Apply Now" to send us your CV, or contact Vin for an informal chat.

Supply Star Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and adults. All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS (£63 if not on the update service) and two satisfactory references.