Early Years Deputy Manager

Are you committed about giving children the best start in life? We are looking for an experienced Early Years Deputy Manager to support in leading our experienced Tunbridge Wellnursery team.

This role willensurethe highest standards of care and education for childrenare applied, alongside being an exciting opportunity to shape a nurturingandstimulating environment where every child can thrive.

AsEarly YearsDeputy Manager you will play a vital role in helping us inspire the future for our children, by offering them the very best care and education using our unique curriculum "Where Children Shine" you will also support your room-based colleagues, by observing, mentoring and delivering best practice and regulatory compliance.

You will also gain valuable experience in the commercial running of the nursery, by supporting the Early YearsManager to manage parent enquiries, tours and enrolments, budget management, staff rostering, and recruitment, staffperformanceand wellbeing.

About the role:

As Early Years Deputy Manager, you will:

Support the Early Years Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and EYFS standards.

Help to lead, motivate, and develop the team of practitioners to deliver outstanding childcare.

Support the Early Years Manager to managebudgets, staffing, and resources effectively.

Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and the local community.

Drive continuous improvement andmaintaina safe, nurturing environment for children.

About you:

We'relooking for someone who:

Holds a Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years/Childcare.

Has proven leadership experience in an early-years setting.

Demonstrates excellent knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding requirements.

Is organised, approachable, and committed to delivering high-quality care.

Hasstrong communicationand people skills.

We're building a workplace where our colleagues thrive

We offer a range of meaningful benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Our benefits aren't just perks-they're part of a culture that puts people first and we continue to build our range of benefits designed to support health,wellbeingand the odd treat here and there, these include:

Salary of £33,000.00 per annum plus a welcome bonus

Pension & Life Assurance

Funded Blue Light Card Membership

In addition to 25 days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays), up to an additional four gifted days off during Christmas closedown

An additional day each year to celebrate something personal to you

Funded DBS Update Service

Access to digital GP 24/7

On demand counselling services

Extensive Health and Wellbeing services through the SPARK APP

Recognition and celebration for Long Service

Subject to eligibility criteria

Safeguarding commitment:

Happy Days Nurseries are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care. All successful candidates will undergo the required vetting process.