Third-In-Charge/Deputy Manager

Are you an inspiring childcare professional ready to lead with passion and purpose? Tiny Tots Recruitment is proud to be working with a forward-thinking nursery client in St Albans, seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager/Third In Charge to join their exceptional leadership team.

This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a senior role where you’ll be supported to thrive, grow, and make a real difference in children's lives—while shaping and guiding a strong, caring team.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Deputy Nursery Manager, you'll play a key leadership role alongside the Nursery Manager and Directors, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, and safeguarding throughout the setting. Your key responsibilities will include:

Leading, mentoring, and supporting staff through supervision, training, and day-to-day inspiration. Driving high-quality early years practice and embedding a child-centred curriculum. Ensuring effective planning, assessment, and support for all children, including those with additional needs. Acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead when needed and championing a culture of child protection. Supporting operational excellence—staffing, rotas, occupancy growth, and health & safety. Building strong partnerships with parents, professionals, and the wider community. About You

We’re looking for a highly motivated, empathetic leader with:

A full and relevant Level 3 qualification (or above) in Early Years. Experience in a management or senior leadership role within an early years setting. Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding procedures, and regulatory frameworks. Exceptional communication and organisational skills. A passion for mentoring others and delivering outstanding childcare. What’s In It For You? A nurturing and progressive working environment Career growth opportunities, mentoring, and CPD A supportive leadership team that values your voice A chance to make a lasting impact every single day Ready to lead with heart and make your mark? Apply today with Tiny Tots Recruitment and be part of something special