Nursery Deputy Manager (Supernumerary)

About the role

Join Childbase Partnership as a Deputy Nursery Manager on a supernumerary basis, supporting the Nursery Manager at Knowle Green Day Nursery. This permanent role offers varied shifts across a 37.5‑hour week, providing leadership within a vibrant early years setting.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Nursery Manager in day‑to‑day operational oversight.
• Support staff development, team building and retention.
• Ensure compliance with DfE standards and Ofsted requirements.
• Help maintain high quality of care for up to 133 children.
• Contribute to health, safety and safeguarding procedures.

Required profile

• DfE‑approved early years qualification at Level 3 or above.
• Current experience in a leadership role such as Third‑in‑Charge, Assistant Manager or Deputy Manager.
• Passion for early years education and team development.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary £35,178‑£40,033.50 per annum (pro‑rata).
• Generous annual leave and additional Partnership Reward Days.
• Family childcare discounts up to 75%.
• Employee‑owned model with tax‑free dividends.
• Wellbeing benefits including free meals, health support and training opportunities.