Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Nursery Deputy Manager
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Deputy Manager – Bright Horizons Bank Street Day Nursery and Preschool
About the Role
Salary: Starting from £36,088 per annum (dependent on qualifications/experience)
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Would you like to join an organisation whose culture is built on HEART principles: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork? One that empowers you to "supply and feel supported" while making a tangible difference to children’s futures?
Bright Horizons is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead, mentor, and inspire a team at the Bank Street Day Nursery & Preschool, a purpose-built setting in Canary Wharf designed to offer a warm, welcoming "home-from-home" experience for children. With proximity to Jubilee Line and DLR stations, it’s the ideal location for professionals or those in London.
Key Benefits
- 75% childcare discount for employees’ first child*
- Competitive bonus of up to £1,500, awarded based on Ofsted inspection outcomes
- Enhanced parental leave
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure Ability to purchase additional leave
- Pension contributions
- Financial and wellbeing support (e.g., 24/7 virtual GP access, early wage access)
- Professional development programme at every career stage, including access to career coaches (T&Cs apply)
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Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and support a team to deliver exceptional care, education, and child development
- Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), overseeing daily nursery operations and managing safeguarding/child protection policies
- Develop succession planning, oversee training and support staff professional development
- Nurture partnerships with colleagues, parents, and external stakeholders (including Local Authority)
- Drive commercial success through staff retention, occupancy growth and sound financial management
Requirements
- Full and relevant Level 3 or higher Early Years qualification
- 1+ years’ experience in an Early Years leadership role (e.g., Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Third in Charge)
- Proven experience leading a setting to achieve a ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted inspection
- Confident decision-making with experience supporting and leading others
- Stong understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and regulatory requirements for working with children
- Ability to build trust and foster strong working relationships with staff, parents, and stakeholders
- Effective communication skills with children and adults of all ages
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Inclusions & Commitments
Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and upholding children’s welfare. The role is subject to safer recruitment practices, including an enhanced DBS check.
The organisation is an inclusive employer, encouraging applications from people of all ages and backgrounds.
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If you’re passionate about making an impact and want to work for a "Great Place to Work" (nominated since 2006), we’d love to hear from you!
For application support or issues: email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com
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