Deputy Nursery Manager / Third in Charge

Location: Leytonstone, London (E11)
Salary: £16.00 – £18.00 per hour (Depending on experience)
Job Type: Part-Time leading to Full-Time/Flexible hours (Initial 6–8 month fixed term at 20 hours/week, increasing thereafter to 30–40 hours per week)
Working Pattern: Minimum 4 days per week (Highly flexible shifts available)

Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to step into a leadership role?

Marylebone Services is proud to recruit for a small, established, and welcoming nursery in Leytonstone. We are seeking a dependable Deputy Manager / Third in Charge to join their tight-knit leadership team.

Whether you are a Senior Room Leader looking for career progression or an experienced Deputy Manager seeking a better work-life balance through flexible part-time hours, this role offers the perfect next step.

Why Join?

• Great Pay: Competitive rate of £16.00 – £18.00 per hour.
• Phased Hours: Start at 20 hours per week for the first 6–8 months . After this initial period, your hours will increase to 30–40 hours per week , tailored to your availability.
• True Flexibility: Choose between early opening shifts or late closing shifts to suit your lifestyle.
• Easy Commuting: Free, guaranteed on-site parking.
• Supportive Culture: Work directly alongside a supportive Nursery Manager and Director in a stable, high-standard environment.

The Role

Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will help oversee a small team and maintain high standards of care. Your daily duties will include:

• Supporting the smooth, day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Providing guidance, leadership, and motivation to practitioners.
• Building strong, professional relationships with parents and families.
• Helping staff with daily routines, room practice, and EYFS delivery.
• Ensuring all safeguarding policies and nursery procedures are strictly followed.
• Stepping up to take responsibility for the setting in the Manager’s absence.

About You

We are looking for a calm, organised, and reliable professional who leads by example. To be successful, you will need:

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or higher).
• Previous leadership experience in a nursery setting (e.g., Room Leader, Senior Practitioner, Third in Charge, or Deputy Manager).
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, fluent spoken and written English, and a professional attitude.
• You must have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available).
• Additional language skills in Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, Cantonese or Turkish are highly valued to support a diverse community.

Please note: An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for this role.

If you are a dedicated Early Years professional looking for a rewarding leadership role with fantastic flexibility, Marylebone Services wants to hear from you!

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