Nursery Deputy Manager - Fulham
Full time - 40 hours
Brand new setting!
Salary up to £36k
Why Join Us?
- A supportive, close-knit team with low staff turnover
- Regular mentoring and career development opportunities
- 22 days holiday + bank holidays
- Extra day off for your birthday (after 1 year)
- Performance and attendance-based bonuses
- A chance to make a genuine difference every day
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £34,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
We’re seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to join our friendly team in our brand new setting based in Fulham. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, brings a sense of fun to their day, and genuinely loves supporting children’s development in a caring and engaging environment.
We are a well-established, family-run group of Montessori nurseries with over 30 years of experience providing exceptional childcare in London. Our setting is known for its warm, nurturing atmosphere, long-serving team, and strong reputation with both parents and local childcare professionals - and we would love a deputy manager who aligns with these values.
What You'll Be Doing
This is a dual role, combining time in the room, with leadership and administrative responsibilities as a part of your role as deputy. These responsibilities include:
- Support and guide a passionate team of practitioners
- Mentor and train staff, promoting high standards of care and education
- Lead on observations, supervisions, and staff development
- Ensure compliance with all safeguarding and EYFS requirements
- Build strong relationships with parents and carers
- Contribute to planning and implementation of the Montessori curriculum
- Assist with nursery administration and day-to-day management
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone special! Someone who brings both professionalism and joy to their work:
- Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education (or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements
- Proven leadership skills in a nursery setting
- A caring, compassionate approach to working with children
- A great communicator and a natural team player
- Organised, responsible, and full of positive energy
- Montessori experience is a plus, but not essential
Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid UK work VISA?
Experience:
- Nursery: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
For a full job description please get in touch with your cv to sue@beststartrecruitment.com
Best Start Recruitment want to help you to make the right choice in your next career move. If you meet the criteria set above, or would like Early Years Career advice please apply ASAP for an informal and confidential chat.
We cater for all Early Years jobs and currently have Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, QTS, Montessori, Room Leader and Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse vacancies.