Deputy Nursery Manager - Portsdown Primary School

Deputy Nursery Manager

Pay Band 6

Pay: Full-time equivalent: 28239 Actual: 25143

Hours: 37 hours a week term time only between 7.30am 3.30pm

Start Date:As soon as possible (subject to satisfactory references and safeguarding checks)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious practitioner to join our Nursery at Portsdown Primary School and Early Years as Deputy Nursery Manager.

Located in Cosham Portsmouth just a stones throw from QA Hospital our Nursery is an integral part of the school and provides high-quality early years education and care for children aged 25 years.

We are seeking an enthusiastic highly motivated and nurturing professional with excellent leadership and communication skills to work alongside our Nursery Manager. The successful candidate will help to lead our caring forward-thinking and supportive team ensuring that every child is given the very best start to their learning journey.

The successful candidate will:

Hold a minimum of NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Early Years Care and Education.

Have proven experience of working in an early years setting with the ability to lead motivate and support a team.

Be passionate about delivering a high-quality child-led curriculum and ensuring all childrens physical intellectual emotional and social needs are met.

Demonstrate strong organisational skills and the ability to deputise for the Nursery Manager including taking day-to-day responsibility for the smooth running of the nursery when required.

Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and liaise confidently with parents and external agencies.

Be caring patient and committed to helping children develop independence and confidence.

We can offer:

A values-led curriculum and a warm inclusive ethos.

Happy enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.

A supportive dedicated staff team and opportunities for professional development.

A wonderful and rich environment to work in.

Access to Local Authority Pension Scheme

5 Professional Training days per academic year

How to apply

To apply complete the online application form and email it to

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS Disclosure (Enhanced Level) will be required before any offer of employment.

We look forward to welcoming the newest member of our team could it be you

For more information about our wonderful Nursery please visit our website: date for applications: Tuesday October 7^th 2025

Interviews: To be held the following week

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