Deputy Manager - Level 5 Apprenticeship
SPECTACULARKIDZ DAY NURSERY LTD · BEST PRACTICE NETWORK LIMITED
Location
Woodford Green
Postcode
IG8 0AG
Salary
Competitive
Duration
2 Years
Hours per week
30h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Early years lead practitioner (level 5)
Start date
2 August 2026
Application deadline
1 August 2026
Posted
14 May 2026
Vacancy reference
2000031769
About the role
As a Trainee Deputy Manager, the apprentice will play a key role in supporting the leadership and day‑to‑day running of the nursery while completing a Level 5 Early Years Lead Apprenticeship.
The apprentice will:
- Support the Deputy Manager and Manager in the day‑to‑day operation of the setting
- Lead rooms or practice areas to ensure high‑quality teaching, learning, and care
- Support and mentor staff, apprentices, and students
- Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and welfare requirements are met at all times
- Help plan, implement, and review the early years curriculum in line with the EYFS
- Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals
- Contribute to staff supervision, team meetings, and continuous improvement
- Support with compliance, inspections, and quality assurance processes
- Complete all apprenticeship training, assessments, and coursework alongside their role
Working week
Shifts to be confirmed with flexible working hours. Working pattern: 3 - 4 days per week.
Skills
Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience
Required qualifications
Essential
Level 3 Early Years Educator · Level 3 Early Years Educator · Grade Pass
Training & development
Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5.
Future prospects
- On successful completion of the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship, the apprentice will be well‑prepared to progress into a Deputy Manager role, with clear progression opportunities to Nursery Manager
- The apprenticeship supports the development of leadership, management, and operational skills required to take on increased responsibility within the setting
About SPECTACULARKIDZ DAY NURSERY LTD
Here at SpectacularKidz, your baby is our main priority, we are here to provide a warm, cosy, environment with well-trained experienced staff. We recognise that babies need special attention, love and cuddles and we are there to provide it. We offer advice and support to parents and understand that leaving a baby in a nursery environment may be at times be a bit difficult for both the parent and baby.
Website
spectacularkidz.com/