Assistant Nursery Manager

Assistant Nursery Manager – Horsham, West Sussex RH13
A rewarding opportunity within a nurturing nurseries & early years setting in Horsham, supporting high-quality childcare, EYFS delivery, nursery leadership, and team development within a well-established nursery environment.

Employment Type
Full-time | Permanent

No sponsorship available for this role. You must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Salary
£37,000 – £40,000 per year dependent on experience + benefits

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive salary package dependent on experience
• Ongoing training and CPD support
• Career progression within a growing childcare setting
• Supportive leadership and management structure
• Well-resourced nursery environment
• Staff wellbeing-focused workplace culture
• Modern learning environments and outdoor play areas
• Regular team support and development meetings
• Opportunities to mentor and support nursery staff
• Long-term career stability within childcare and nurseries & early years
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Professional development within EYFS-focused childcare services

Working Hours & Shift Pattern
Full-time | Permanent | Monday to Friday
Based in Horsham, West Sussex within a nursery setting

• Consistent weekday working pattern
• Supportive senior leadership available on-site
• Collaborative nursery management structure
• Focus on high-quality childcare and EYFS delivery
• Structured operational and safeguarding support

Job Description
As an Assistant Nursery Manager, you will support the day-to-day leadership of a welcoming nursery setting in Horsham, West Sussex RH13, helping to deliver high-quality childcare and engaging early years education within a supportive and child-focused environment.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced early years professional looking to progress into a senior nursery leadership role within a well-established childcare setting focused on learning, creativity, safeguarding, Ofsted standards, and positive relationships with children and families.

As an Assistant Nursery Manager, you will play a key role in supporting nursery operations, maintaining excellent EYFS standards, supporting nursery compliance, mentoring team members, and helping to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

The setting promotes teamwork, professional development, and high-quality childcare, making this an appealing opportunity for candidates seeking long-term progression within nurseries & early years leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery setting
• Assist with nursery leadership, operational management, and team supervision
• Support high-quality EYFS learning and development delivery
• Maintain safeguarding, health, safety, welfare, and nursery compliance standards
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals
• Support staff development, supervision, and operational guidance
• Monitor children’s progress, development, and wellbeing
• Ensure accurate documentation and nursery records are maintained
• Support compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and Ofsted expectations
• Work collaboratively with the wider nursery leadership team

Requirements

• You must have the permanent right to work in the UK as sponsorship is not available for this role
• Relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
• Previous experience working within a senior nursery or nursery leadership role
• Strong understanding of Nursery (EYFS) environments and childcare delivery
• Ability to support safeguarding, child development, operational standards, and nursery compliance
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and colleagues
• Ability to work independently while supporting nursery operations and team leadership
• Also suitable for: Deputy Nursery Manager, Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Room Leader, Nursery Manager, Senior Early Years Educator

Company Culture
As an Assistant Nursery Manager, you will be joining a supportive and welcoming childcare setting that values teamwork, child-centred learning, professional development, and high-quality early years education.

The nursery environment encourages collaboration, positivity, and strong leadership support while helping staff continue to grow within nurseries & early years leadership pathways.

Leadership within the setting promotes a warm and inclusive workplace culture where staff feel supported, valued, and encouraged to contribute to the continued success and development of the nursery environment.

Apply Today
If you are an experienced early years professional looking to progress your career within a supportive childcare environment in Horsham, this could be an excellent next step.
Your leadership skills, EYFS experience, and passion for supporting children’s development will be highly valued within this welcoming nursery setting focused on quality childcare, teamwork, and long-term progression.

Apply today to explore a rewarding opportunity within a nurturing and professional early years environment where growth, support, and career progression are genuinely encouraged.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged

Contact Details
Recruit by Nature
George Francis
George@recruitbynature.co.uk
Direct Line: 0118 334 8424
WhatsApp: 07782217154
MP-Jobs