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Location: Chestnut Nursery, The Chestnut Centre, 2a Chestnut Street, Huddersfield, HD2 1HJ Hours : Full-time 40 hours a week, Permanent Salary: £29,640 (dependent on experience and qualifications) Benefits : Health cash plan, Company events, Company pension, Employee discount for childcare, On-site free parking Start Date : As soon as possible About Us LS2Y Nurseries are part of the wider LS2Y organisation, click apply for full job details

Are you passionate about early years development and ready to take the next step in your childcare career? Zero2five Early Years Recruitment is delighted to partner with an outstanding nursery in Billericay to find an enthusiastic and experienced Room Leader / Third in Charge to join their dedicated team! Why This Role? This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive and staff are truly valued. You'll lead by example, inspire your team, and create magical learning moments that last a lifetime. The Role As Room Leader, you'll: Lead and mentor a team of passionate practitioners in delivering exceptional early years provision Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities that spark curiosity and development Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues Support the Deputy and Manager in day-to-day nursery operations Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and care Create a vibrant, inclusive environment where every child flourishes What We're Looking For Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education & Care (or equivalent) - essential Proven experience in a supervisory or room leader role Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework A natural leader with excellent communication skills Genuine passion for child development and early education Commitment to creating an inclusive, stimulating environment What's On Offer Competitive salary based on experience Opportunities for professional development and career progression Supportive, friendly team environment Staff discounts and benefits Making a genuine difference every single day! Location: Billericay Ready to Apply? Don't miss this chance to join a nursery where your skills and passion will be celebrated! Contact Zero2five Early Years Recruitment today to find out more or apply with your CV. Let's build amazing futures together - one child at a time! Zero2five Early Years Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks and reference verification.

Please do not apply for this role if you do not meet the criteria below in bold We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. I am looking for a passionate Nursery Manager or an experienced deputy manager who is looking for a new challenge/ or simple a change to work for a bigger organisation. This role is to oversee the daily operations of a nursery. Close to the town centre, Newly refurbished nursery, Great transport links, Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a fantastic purpose built Nursery, offering an excellent working environment with great career development and progression! Some of your responsibilities as Nursery Manager will include: To be responsible for the daily running and administration of the nursery whilst adhering to the company Policies and Procedures, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. To lead the nursery team ensuring that all children are kept safe and receive rich and stimulating play and learning experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development To nurture every child in in your care providing consistency, innovation and excellence, igniting curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. To ensure that all of the Company Health and Safety policies and procedures are put into practice including allergy management, risk assessment and medication policies etc. To lead the nursery team ensuring that the nursery offers an environment which reflects the cultural diversity of all children. To prepare for and lead the nursery team during inspections by regulatory bodies and to implement any recommendations To induct, support and mentor new staff, carry out staff supervise meetings, conduct regular staff assessments, recognising training needs, monitoring training and developing teamwork. You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience: Minimum full and relevant LEVEL 3 in Early Years and Education An ability to lead, manage and inspire a team successfully together with good interpersonal skills. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding. Senior leadership experience within a nursery setting. It is a legal requirement to hold a GCSE or equivalent qualification in Maths, or be willing to achieve within 2 years of starting the position. It is a legal requirement to hold a GCSE or equivalent qualification in Maths, or be willing to achieve within 2 years of starting the position. A customer service approach, being willing to go above and beyond for families. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Able to lead the nursery marketing strategy including the planning and delivery of a strong marketing plan, the implementation of interesting marketing and retention events and the successful conversion of enquiries. The ability to plan and organise workload. A Experience in Leadership in managing full day care settings. Effectively manage the nursery budget, including ensuring that income targets are met, budgeted staff and other costs are not exceeded. Benefit of this role: Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit. Accredited training with the Academy. Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave. Regular staff rewards. Team appreciation events. Long service awards. Dedicated wellbeing package. Highly discounted childcare. A day off for your birthday. 80% childcare discount. The company offers: Competitive salary. Pension plan. Annual leave including bank holidays. Monday to Friday. All successful applicants will be required to have an Enhanced DBS carried out. As a specialist Childcare agency, we believe that we can only be as successful as our candidates and employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every candidate who registers with us and value all the work carried out by our team. For more information, or a confidential chat please contact us on or send us your CV to be considered for the position. Ability to commute/relocate: Penrith (Cumbria): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

This is a fantastic opportunity if you are currently a Deputy Manager and are looking for a new challenge, or an experienced Third in Charge with leadership experience, looking to progress your career to the next level. This is a big setting the role will be shared with another DM having separate responsibilities. This role is ideal if you are someone who wants to play a key role in the leadership and the management of this beautiful nursery. Your role will be to support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day operations of the nursery. The nursery has been operating over 20 yrs and is set in a quiet location with excellent facilities. It is particularly known for its outstanding outdoor provision, including spacious outdoor play areas and a dedicated wildlife area that encourages children to explore nature, observe wildlife, and engage in hands-on learning. The setting also benefits from a purpose-built preschool unit designed to inspire curiosity and support children through all stages of development. The Role As Nursery Deputy Manager, you will: Support the Nursery Manager in the overall day-to-day running of the nursery Lead and inspire the team to deliver high-quality early years practice Take responsibility for the setting in the Manager's absence The successful candidate will: Hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5 or above desirable) Have previous experience in a leadership or deputy role within an early years setting Demonstrate strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements Be enthusiastic about outdoor learning and child-led practice Be confident, organised, and supportive in their leadership approach What's on Offer Strong focus on outdoor learning and Forest School experiences 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan. Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. All successful applicants will be required to have an Enhanced DBS carried out. As a specialist Childcare agency, we believe that we can only be as successful as our candidates and employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every candidate who registers with us and value all the work carried out by our team

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Leader or Deputy Nursery Manager looking to join a progressive organization to enhance your career. You will be joining an established Management team, as the Deputy Manager you will be supporting the Nursery Manager in his/her duties. Some of your responsibilities as the Nursery Deputy Manager will be to support the management team with :- To achieve and maintain high standards of care and education across the nursery To effectively lead and manage the staff team including recruitment and retention, providing day to day guidance, training and support to all staff To ensure all policies, procedures and curriculums are implemented and adhered to at all times To keep abreast of current early childhood thinking/trends To effectively manage the budgets and occupancy levels To implement an effective parent liaison programme, to be influential in developing strong links with parents To help manage all day to day operations of the nursery including sale and marketing, HR, quality and health and safety You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience: You will be qualified to at least SVQ LEVEL 3 in Early Years and Education and ideally have 2 years or more experience in a senior role. An ability to lead, manage and inspire a team successfully together with good interpersonal skills. A customer service approach, being willing to go above and beyond for families. An advocate of change, you will be a positive role model, delivering every day with passion while putting children first always. Excellent rates of pay, bonuses and benefits with on-going support and career development. All applicants will be required to complete a PVG and have a SSSC registration. We believe that we can only be as successful as our employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every member of our team. For more information please contact us or send us your CV to be considered for the position. Please do not hesitate in contacting us should you have any questions: Telephone: or Email: PLEASE SEND YOUR CV TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

Job Description: This a rare opportunity for an experienced deputy or a Nursery Manager to join a fantastic nursery group in the role of Manager. You will be someone who is passionate about Early Years and delivering excellent standards of childcare and education to all the families using the service. You will be someone who is an inspirational leader and able to maintain and develop highly effective click apply for full job details

Are you a passionate early year professional ready for your next challenge? Step into Leadership at our Hackney Day Nursery. Location - Railway Arches 358-360, Westgate Street, London, E8 3RN Hours - 40 hours per week Monday - Friday All year round Salary - Competitive At The Hackney Day Nursery , we're looking for a dedicated and inspiring Deputy Manager to help lead our vibrant, nurturing setting where children thrive and staff feel truly valued. Hackney is a lovely setting based in East London, just up the road from London Field train station. Currently rated Ofsted Good, Hackney is a nursery that takes over three railway arches and boasts a 5000sqft outdoor space, complete with age-appropriate equipment and a forest school area. Why Join us? Why Join Us? £750 Welcome Bonus: A warm start to your journey with us £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months! Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Company Pension Scheme Good Public Transport links On-Site Parking / Free Parking Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Your Role as Deputy Manager: As a key leader in our nursery, you'll: Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and happiness of every child, parent, and team member Support the delivery of outstanding EYFS practice across all rooms Manage medication and care plans with diligence and compassion Inspire your team with creativity, consistency, and a positive attitude Maintain accurate records using the EyMan system Step up as a role model, mentor, and motivator for your colleagues Help drive continuous improvement and prepare for Ofsted inspections What You'll Bring: Level 3 Childcare Qualification - essential Leadership experience in an early year setting - essential 1+ year in Early Years - essential Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding - essential Level 5 qualification in Childcare or Leadership - desirable Experience achieving Good or Outstanding in Ofsted - desirable Ready to Make a Lasting Impact? If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire a team, and help shape the future of young children, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. The Hackney Day Nursery and Pre-School is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group

KiddyKare is delighted to be supporting a well-established nursery setting in their search for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join their welcoming team. The Role The Deputy Nursery Manager will: Support the Nursery Manager in leading and inspiring a highly qualified team. Provide colleagues with mentoring, guidance, and professional development opportunities click apply for full job details