We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join our lovely family feel, Merrydale in Wokingham on a 40 hour over 4 day week as a job share role with an existing Deputy Manager.

Why Join Us?

• 45 minute PAID lunch break
• A beautiful setting with a large garden space in Wokingham
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Fantastic childcare discount supporting working parents
• Attendance bonuses up to £500 per year
• Wellbeing initiatives because self-care matters
• Career growth with ongoing training and development opportunities at one of our settings
• Company events – Summer and Christmas parties

Your main role and responsibilities will be to:

• Work with the existing Deputy Manager supporting the team and leading the Preschool room
• Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations
• Help lead and develop a team of enthusiastic practitioners
• Ensure compliance with all Ofsted, safeguarding, and EYFS standards
• Foster strong relationships with children, families, and staff
• Step up as acting Manager when required

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified to Level 3 or above in Early Years
• Currently working in a supervisory or Third in Charge role within a nursery setting
• Confident in implementing the EYFS and managing safeguarding practices
• Organised, motivated, and a great communicator
• Committed to creating a positive, supportive learning environment

Complete Childcare is committed to providing the best possible care to its children and safeguarding and promoting welfare of young children. All applicants will be required to complete an application form, and any offers of employment are conditional on the receipt of 2 satisfactory references, a satisfactory right to work check and an enhanced DBS check.

Complete Childcare is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees, workers and job applicants. The Company aims to create a culture that encourages and values diversity and that appoints, rewards and promotes staff based on merit.