Deputy Manager - Level 5 Apprenticeship
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Company: SPECTACULARKIDZ DAY NURSERY LTD
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Location: Woodford Green, IG8 0AG
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Competitive Salary
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Sector: Education and early years
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Ref: NAS-2000027852
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Application Deadline Date: 01/07/2026
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Start Date: 02/07/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Shifts to be confirmed with flexible working hours. Working pattern: 3 - 4 days per week.
Brief Description
This Level 5 Early Years Lead Apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to develop into a Deputy Manager while working in a professional early years setting. You will gain hands‑on leadership experience, support day‑to‑day nursery operations, and help deliver high‑quality care and education for children
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
Vacancy Detail
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