Deputy Nursery Manager

N Family Club


Date: 17 hours ago
City: Redhill
Contract type: Full time

Department: Nursery Education

Location: Redhill, Surrey

Compensation: £33,779 - £45,344 / year

Description

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th Best Workplace in the UK.

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 Deputy Nursery Manager, you’ll be a key leader, supporting the Nursery Manager to deliver exceptional care, education, and operations. You’ll lead your team by example, champion the N Curriculum, and ensure every child’s experience is engaging, safe, and inspiring. It’s an exciting chance to grow your leadership skills and help shape the future of early years education.

What you’ll be doing…
  • Supporting the Nursery Manager in overseeing all aspects of nursery operations
  • Leading and developing your team to consistently deliver the N Curriculum through play-based learning
  • Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and Ofsted requirements
  • Managing team rotas, performance, and ongoing development through coaching and mentoring
  • Monitoring and improving quality standards across the nursery
  • Building strong, trusted relationships with children, families, and team
  • Overseeing smooth daily routines and exceptional care environments
  • Acting as a senior point of contact in the absence of the Nursery Manager
  • Contributing to recruitment, inductions, and team engagement initiatives

Our Deputy Nursery Managers should have…
  • Proven experience in a leadership role within an early years environment
  • Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (full & relevant)
  • Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and a willingness to maintain certification
  • Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge or willingness to refresh
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Passion for early years education and a commitment to high standards
  • A proactive, positive, and solution-focused approach
  • Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their best

The N Advantage
  • Competitive salary – £33,779 - £45,344, based on experience and dedication
  • Up to £1,750 annual performance bonus
  • Flexible working – Choose 4–5 days a week for work-life balance
  • Up to 35 days holiday – including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
  • £100 annual learning fund plus access to N Academy (leadership development, Early Years degrees, Forest School & more)
  • £100 clothing allowance for your professional style
  • Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more
  • 40% childcare discount plus 6 emergency childcare days annually
And that’s not all!
  • 5-year loyalty bonus – an around-the-world trip plus 2 bonus weeks off
  • 10-year loyalty bonus – an ‘out of this world’ experience plus 2 extra weeks off
  • Referral bonus – 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

Why N Redhill?
Join our outstanding team at this 112-place nursery in the centre of Redhill, Surrey.

Getting here is a breeze! Just a 6-minute walk from Redhill train station, with buses 460 and 420 nearby, and on-street parking available for drivers.

Making an impact…
At N Family Club, we do things differently. We support and celebrate individuality, champion diversity, and give every team member a voice. Our culture is rooted in respect, collaboration and a shared passion for early years education.

We invest heavily in your growth – from career progression and in-house training to mentorship and personal development. With innovative environments, top-tier benefits, and a focus on wellbeing, we’re building a workplace where educators thrive, and children soar.

Join N Family Club today and help us reshape early education for the better.

What's next?

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