Deputy Nursery Manager
Cross, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 6 days ago
Job Description
For questions about this job, contact:
Lydia Smith
Senior Nursery Manager
lydia.smith10@nhs.net
0113 3070684
Shortlisting Date: 28/09/2026
Interview Date: 13/10/2026
Job Summary
This role provides the following services to the Trust: -
Are you passionate about early years education and eager to make a real difference in the lives of young children? At the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Nurseries, you’ll be part of a warm, dedicated team providing high‑quality childcare for the families of Leeds NHS staff.
We’re now looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager in leading our passionate team at Mosaic Nursery. We’re looking for someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.
Inspiring Early Years Environment
What You Will Bring To The Role
Must be at least a level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification with a recognised level 5 early years qualification
Excellent understanding of EYFS.
Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
Have experience at managing day care settings with knowledge of all Ofsted Welfare Requirements for children and inspection procedures
To have experience supporting team members to achieve good outcomes of Ofsted inspections, Quality Assurance Schemes, Local Authority initiatives.
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible
Open and Honest
One Team
Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our Priorities
People
Improvement and Innovation
Partnerships
Outcomes
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
For questions about this job, contact:
Lydia Smith
Senior Nursery Manager
lydia.smith10@nhs.net
0113 3070684
Shortlisting Date: 28/09/2026
Interview Date: 13/10/2026
Job Summary
This role provides the following services to the Trust: -
- You’ll be responsible for supporting the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and the nursery’s policies and procedures.
- You’ll play a large part in helping to lead, mentor, and support the nursery team at Mosaic, promoting a positive, collaborative, and professional culture while ensuring staff development and performance are maintained to a high standard.
- You’ll help the manager to collaborate with a range of individuals, building strong, trusting relationships with families and external agencies, supporting each child’s development and wellbeing, and ensuring the nursery is always prepared for Ofsted inspections.
Are you passionate about early years education and eager to make a real difference in the lives of young children? At the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Nurseries, you’ll be part of a warm, dedicated team providing high‑quality childcare for the families of Leeds NHS staff.
We’re now looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager in leading our passionate team at Mosaic Nursery. We’re looking for someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.
Inspiring Early Years Environment
- Be part of a free‑flow play setting that supports curiosity, independence and creativity
- Two unique nursery sites caring for 168 children aged 0–5
- Open year‑round, Monday to Friday, 7am–6pm (excluding Bank Holidays)
- At Leeds, you’ll have access to ongoing training, development, and progression opportunities
- 27 days' annual leave (pro rata), rising to 33, plus Bank Holidays
- Blue Light Card and staff discounts across retail, travel, gyms, holidays and more
- Family‑friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Wellbeing support from trained champions and mental health first aiders
- Discounted childcare
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Car lease, cycle to work and childcare schemes
- Competitive pay and favourable terms & conditions
What You Will Bring To The Role
Must be at least a level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification with a recognised level 5 early years qualification
Excellent understanding of EYFS.
Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
Have experience at managing day care settings with knowledge of all Ofsted Welfare Requirements for children and inspection procedures
To have experience supporting team members to achieve good outcomes of Ofsted inspections, Quality Assurance Schemes, Local Authority initiatives.
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible
Open and Honest
One Team
Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our Priorities
People
Improvement and Innovation
Partnerships
Outcomes
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
