POSITION
Deputy Nursery Manager
ABOUT THE NURSERY
Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager for a well-established and nurturing Nursery setting in Streatham, Lambeth. The nursery is highly regarded within the local community for its caring environment, child-centred approach, and commitment to providing high-quality early years education. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the setting, maintaining high standards of care and learning, and ensuring compliance with EYFS and safeguarding requirements.
CONTRACT / POSITION DETAILS
Location: Streatham, South West LondonPosition: Deputy Nursery ManagerType of Work: Supporting the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day operation of the nursery, overseeing staff, ensuring high-quality childcare and education, maintaining compliance, and promoting children’s learning and developmentStart Date: As soon as possibleContract Type: PermanentFull time/part time: 4 Days a week (Mon – Thurs)Rate of Pay: GBP35,000 per annumHours: 8:00am – 6:00pm
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Level 3 Childcare Qualification (essential)Level 5 qualification in Early Years Leadership and Management (essential)Minimum 2 years’ experience working within a Nursery or Early Years settingPrevious experience in a Room Leader, Third in Charge, or Deputy Manager position is highly desirableStrong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and safeguarding proceduresExperience supporting staff development, supervision, and performance managementAbility to build positive relationships with children, parents, carers, and external professionalsExcellent leadership, organisational, and communication skillsUp-to-date Safeguarding training
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UKHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service (or be willing to apply for one)Provide two recent professional references covering the last two years
OTHER
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding and vetting checks before starting.
PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU:
Access to accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding, EYFS, Leadership and Management TrainingSupport from our dedicated Training and Development TeamOpportunities for career progression and professional growthAccess to a network of experienced Early Years professionals
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