Deputy Nursery Manager

N Family Club; Winchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Winchester is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager and lead a team in delivering exceptional educational experiences. This role requires prior experience in nursery leadership and a Level 3 Early Years qualification. Offering a competitive salary of £32,843 - £42,266, alongside industry-leading benefits, this position aims to foster innovation in early years education. Join us to inspire young minds and develop your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus up to £1,750

Up to 35 days holiday

Annual learning fund of £100

No uniform allowance

Family-friendly leave

40% childcare discount

Qualifications

• Experience in a nursery leadership position is required.
• Knowledge of local authority and regulatory requirements across the UK.
• Experience in team management and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in delivering outstanding education.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment for team members and children.
• Oversee health and safety compliance in the nursery.

Skills

Leadership in nursery management

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Decision-making

Education

Full Level 3 Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid (12 hours)

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager

Department: Nursery Management

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Winchester, Hampshire

Reporting To: Eleni Chondrogianni

Compensation: £32,843 - £42,266 / year

Description

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider.

At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!

As a Deputy Nursery Manager at N Family, you’ll support the Nursery Manager and lead an incredible team of expert Educators to deliver outstanding education, brilliant customer service, and a thriving team culture. As an early years’ expert, you’ll encourage passionate, innovative teaching and take the lead on nursery operations whenever the Nursery Manager is away. In our fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, you'll drive our Wildly Important Goals (WIG) forward, keep us improving, and help us achieve our vision of becoming the most loved early years education group in the UK.

Your key responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive as a team.
• Support the Nursery Manager to ensure your team delivers outstanding education in line with the N Pedagogy and Curriculum.
• Champion safeguarding and wellbeing, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead when needed.
• Keep our nursery shining – overseeing our health and safety, risk assessments, and EYFS compliance to make sure everything runs smoothly and safely.
• Coach, guide, and motivate your team through regular feedback and professional development.
• Support with staffing and operations – from interviews and rotas to helping in rooms when needed.
• Champion continuous improvement, keeping practice fresh, creative, and Outstandingly Outstanding.
• Bring positivity, flexibility, and passion to everything you do, helping N Family go beyond every single day.

Our Deputy Nursery Managers should have...

• Previous experience in a nursery leadership position (ideally as a Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, or Nursery Manager).
• Experience in retaining and hiring new team members.
• Knowledge of local authority and regulatory requirements and inspection processes across the UK.
• Some experience in managing budgets, including capacity and team deployment, management of performance, and reporting metrics.
• A background in leading consistent and exceptional customer service.
• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above).
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours), First Aid at Work, and a commitment to remain compliant.
• Relevant safeguarding/child protection training and be willing to update that training regularly.
• A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children.
• Able to communicate with parents, external professionals, colleagues, and children effectively.
• A solid decision‑maker, with the ability to support and achieve our WIGs (Wildly Important Goals).

The N Advantage package

• Competitive salary – £32,843 - £42,266 per annum
• Performance bonus – Up to £1,750 annually.
• Industry‑leading holiday allowance – Up to 35 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure.
• Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more).
• No uniforms – £100 clothing allowance for style freedom!
• Family‑friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years.
• Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.

And that’s not all!

• Loyalty rewards – 5‑year bonus: around‑the‑world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10‑year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off!
• N Coaching & Mentoring – Empowering team members with access to 3 ILM‑approved coaching programmes.
• Referral scheme – Earn up to £1,000 per successful hire.
• Amazing discounts – Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more.
• Travel support – Season ticket loans and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Socials & Wellbeing – Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.
• And much, much more!

Why N Winchester?

Our 104‑place brand new nursery will be opening in 2026, in the heart of Winchester, Hampshire.

Why N Family Club?

At N Family Club, we’re reimagining early years education – and we want you to be a part of it. We’re a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UK’s most innovative early years groups. With top salaries, unmatched benefits, and real career progression, we put our people first.

Join us today to spark big ideas in young minds and shape a career you’ll love.

What's next?

If you think you got what it takes, click apply and fill in our super quick (1 min) application form! If you want to read more about N, our benefits and work culture, visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor Page.