Nursery - Nursery Deputy Manager

Deputy Nursery Manager – Early Years Jobs Cheltenham Town | Reed Education Cheltenham

Start Date: ASAP / August 2026

Reed Education Cheltenham is delighted to be recruiting for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join a warm, welcoming, and high-quality nursery setting located in Cheltenham town centre.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional looking to step into a leadership role. Strong Room Leaders ready for career progression are actively encouraged to apply.

About the Role – Deputy Manager Cheltenham

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of the setting, ensuring high standards of care, education, and safeguarding are consistently delivered.

You will play a key role in leading the team, inspiring best practice, and creating a positive, nurturing environment where both children and staff can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with daily operations and leadership


• Lead, motivate, and inspire a team of Early Years Practitioners


• Support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum to a high standard


• Act as a role model of outstanding practice within the setting


• Assist with staff development, coaching, and mentoring


• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance are always met


• Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and the wider community


• Step into the Manager role when required

• Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Early Years / Childcare


• Strong experience within an EYFS nursery setting


• Proven leadership potential or experience (Room Leaders welcome)


• Confident decision-making and problem-solving abilities


• A proactive, organised, and positive approach


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• A genuine passion for leading teams and supporting children’s development


• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

• Motivational and supportive leadership style


• Ability to inspire and develop a team


• Strong organisational and time-management skills


• Confidence in taking initiative and leading by example


• Commitment to maintaining high standards and continuous improvement

• Competitive salary (DOE)


• Clear career progression opportunities into Nursery Manager roles


• Supportive leadership team and positive working culture


• Ongoing training and professional development


• Opportunity to grow within a well-respected Cheltenham nursery

If you are a passionate Early Years professional ready to take the next step into leadership, or a Room Leader looking for career progression into a Deputy Manager role in Cheltenham, we would love to hear from you.

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