Job Summary
Are you an inspirational leader ready to take the next exciting step in your career? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join our exceptional team at GOSH Staff Day Nursery.
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated leader who goes the extra mile to ensure that every child’s needs are at the heart of everything we do. Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you’ll support the day to day running of the setting to achieve excellent standards within the nursery.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities include:
Deputising for the Nursery Manager in their absence.
Co-ordinating the day-to-day operations for a particular age group.
Supporting staff with the planning, evaluation and next steps for children across the nursery.
Working inpartnership with the team, providing support and assistance in all areas of the nursery as necessary.
- Monitoring observations on an online platform in accordance with the nurseries protocol.
- To act as a key worker to names children, carrying out observations and developmental reports for each child and liaising with parents regularly.
- Act as a positive and professional role model to colleagues and children.
To be considered for the role you will be:
You will need to have a minimum of a Level 3 Childcare Ofsted approved qualification and extensive experience of a senior role in a busy nursery environment, together with excellent knowledge of the child development and current practices. Ideally you will have a track record of leading and delivering quality provision.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Level 3 qualification in Childcare and early years
- Up to date Safeguarding Training
Desirable
- Foundation Degree in Childcare and Education (Ofsted approved)
- Up to date Paediatric First Aid
- Up to date Child/baby resuscitation
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Proven effective organisational skills
- Proven ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Demonstrable ability to work in partnership with parents.
- Proven ability to provide expert advice on planning in accordance with the EYFS
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working as a key person in a nursery setting with children aged three months to five years dealing with a wide variety of issues.
- Previous experience of working as a room leader/senior practitioner in a nursery setting
- Proven experience of co-ordinating a staff team
- Expert knowledge of child development and childcare practices for children 0-5 years in an Early Years setting
- Practical knowledge of health & safety and risk management practices within a nursery setting.
- Knowledge of relevant professional and statutory guidance e.g. OFSTED regulations, EYFS, Development Matters.
- Knowledge and understanding of diversity of children and families within the nursery setting
- Accountability – Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Closing Date: 27 November 2025
