deputy manager

Deputy Manager – Children’s Centre
Location: Harrow, London
Hours: Full-time (Monday–Friday)
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: TBC

Are you an experienced early years professional looking to take the next step in your leadership journey? A vibrant and community-focused Children’s Centre in Harrow is seeking a Deputy Manager to join their senior leadership team this September.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the operational and strategic development of a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality early years provision that supports children and families from diverse backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Centre Manager in day-to-day running of the setting, ensuring compliance with Ofsted, EYFS, and safeguarding regulations

• Lead and mentor staff to uphold the highest standards of care, teaching, and professional conduct

• Coordinate planning, assessment, and tracking systems across rooms

• Build strong, effective relationships with parents, carers, and local agencies

• Take responsibility for staff supervision, appraisals, and training support

• Step in as Acting Manager during periods of absence

• Contribute to the centre’s strategic goals and continuous improvement initiatives

• Promote an inclusive environment that supports children with additional needs and ensures every child thrives

Requirements:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education (Level 5 or working towards preferred)

• Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within an early years setting

• Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding policies, and Ofsted requirements

• Experience working with children aged 0–5, including those with SEND

• Excellent organisational, communication, and team management skills

• Up-to-date Enhanced DBS and Right to Work in the UK

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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