Deputy Nursery Manager

• Bright Sparks Nursery • Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 9TH • Salary: £13.80 per hour  • Hours: 8 hours per day with a 30-minute unpaid lunch, Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays • Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible • Reference: 0977   Bright Sparks Nursery is a welcoming, community‑focused early years setting committed to providing high‑quality care and learning. We are looking for a caring, confident Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager in the smooth, safe and effective running of the nursery.   About the role You will help lead the team, uphold excellent EYFS practice, support daily operations, and contribute to a positive, nurturing environment for children and families.   Requirements: • Minimum Level 3 childcare qualification, level 6 preferred • Experience as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner or in a supervisory role • Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding • A SENCO qualification is preferred but not essential • A childcare/early years degree is an advantage   How to apply Please include a personal statement with your Application Form (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/J-Oct/0977-app-form-nursery-deputy-manager-bright-sparks-nursery.docx] by email to Imogen Gaskell at imogen@brightsparksnursery.org [imogen@brightsparksnursery.org]. Alternatively, please post to Imogen Gaskell, Nursery Manager Bright Sparks Nursery St Peter’s Church, Stoke Park Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 9TH    Closing date: 1pm, 11 November 2026   All applicants must have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this will be assessed as part of the recruitment and selection process. If you are successful, you will be required to comply with the nursery’s safeguarding policies and procedures. An Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.