Deputy Manager / Room Leader (Dual Roles)

Full-time · 36 hours per week over four days

Are you an experienced Early Years practitioner who thrives on inspiring others and delivering exceptional practice? We are looking for passionate Deputy Managers / Room Leaders to join two well‑established, high‑quality nurseries within a supportive and forward‑thinking organisation.

These roles offer the chance to lead outstanding practice within a room while contributing to the wider leadership team and shaping the culture of the setting.

About the Role

As a Deputy Manager / Room Leader, you will:

• Lead and model high‑quality, child‑centred early years education and care.
• Support, coach, and mentor practitioners to develop their skills and confidence.
• Work closely with the Nursery Manager to uphold excellent standards across the setting.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families and the wider community.
• Ensure safeguarding, wellbeing, and safety are embedded in everyday practice.
• Promote reflective practice and contribute to continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from practitioners who can demonstrate:

• Strong experience within an Early Years setting.
• Previous experience supporting or leading a team.
• Confidence in coaching and mentoring others.
• A solid understanding of safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
• A commitment to high‑quality, child‑focused care and education.
• A reflective, positive, and professional approach.

A Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification is available for candidates who meet the criteria and wish to progress their leadership journey.

Salary & Working Pattern

• Salary: £29,952 – £33,696 (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Hours: 36 hours per week over four days
• Rolling day off each week
• Shift pattern: Between 7:30am and 6:30pm

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a nurturing, collaborative team within well‑established early years environments that value professional growth and high‑quality practice. These roles offer genuine opportunities to:

• Develop your leadership skills
• Influence practice across the setting
• Make a meaningful impact on children, families, and staff teams
• Be part of an organisation that invests in its people

If you’re ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) – 3 days reserved for Christmas closure week.
• Generous staff bonus scheme (after qualifying period).
• Excellent opportunities for progression and professional development up to degree level and beyond!
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Uniform provided.
• Statutory Pension scheme.
• 75% discount on childcare costs for children of staff attending the Nursery.

Further information, contact Tanya: 01761 410433 | 07541 137482

Riverside Recruitment are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.