Deputy Nursery Manager / Third in Charge

Location: Leytonstone, London (E11) Salary: £16.00 – £18.00 per hour (Depending on experience) Job Type: Part-Time (25 – 30 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.

• True Flexibility: Work 25–30 hours across at least 4 days. 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