Deputy Nursery Manager

JOIN THE UK'S NUMBER #1 NURSERY GROUP!!!

Kindred Nurseries has a rare opportunity for a passionate and motivating early years leader to inspire the team.

This is a full-time position requiring the successful candidate to work 40 hours per week Monday to Friday and is offering a competitive salary, £14-£14.50 per hour with an extensive benefits package.

The key responsibilities for a Deputy Nursery Manager is to:

• Lead the team of early years educators with a hands on approach to deliver on Kindred's pedagogy
• Model and monitor best practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines
• Support the Manager, Third in Charge and Room Leaders to ensure the highest standards of Early Years care and education across the setting
• Maintain an organised, safe and stimulating nursery environment
• Keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed within the room
• Help build and maintain a reputation as the setting of choice in the area for both children and employees
• Support and inspire your team of Room Leaders and Practitioners
• Aid with the induction of new team members, welcoming them into the Kindred family
• Deputise in the absence of the Nursery Manager
• Manage the nursery staff deployment to ensure it is always compliant with legal ratios
• Have regular supervision meetings with your team to discuss their strengths and areas for improvement

To be successful for this role you should:

• Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of the EYFS guidelines
• Experience of leading and managing a team
• Have good time management, meeting deadlines
• Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced Early Years Educator or Room Leader who has a passion and genuine interest in children, to take that next step within their career in childcare.

What we can offer you:

Unlock a World of Benefits with Us!

Are you ready to boost your career and enjoy great benefits that support your well-being and work-life balance? Here’s what we offer:

• Birthday Off: Celebrate YOU with an extra day off on your special day!
• Fully Paid Sick Days: Take care of yourself without any worries—6 fully paid sick days mean you can focus on your health.
• Cashback Health Plan: Stay healthy with our comprehensive cashback plan covering dental, opticians, physio, and alternative therapies.
• Retail Discounts Galore: Enjoy exclusive discounts from over 200 brands—shop smart and save big!
• Recognition & Rewards: Shine bright with our annual awards and recognition schemes that celebrate your hard work and dedication.
• Holiday Break: Enjoy a stress-free time with days off between Christmas and New Year.
• 50% Childcare Discount: Because we understand that family comes first, enjoy half off on childcare expenses!
• 24/7 Virtual GP Access: Get medical advice at your convenience with free virtual GP appointments and cashback on prescriptions.
• 24/7 Counselling Support: Access emotional, financial, and debt advice whenever you need it through our 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Stay fit and healthy with special rates at local gyms.
• Personal Financial Advisor Access: Get expert advice to help you manage your finances wisely.
• Pension Discovery: Don’t leave money behind—find your lost pensions with our help!
• Learning Platform Access: Enhance your financial understanding and gain valuable skills with our extensive learning resources.

Safeguarding, behaviour management and Whistleblowing policies and procedures to all the team with a deadline to have read and understood them. With a deadline for one weeks time.  Just so you are aware. 

More about Kindred Nurseries

Kindred Nurseries is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a passion for creating a friendly and inclusive place to work. Our mission is to create inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder, our recent double award win at Nursery World and NMT shows that we are the place to work.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do

• We are Always Learning
• We are Inspirational
• We have a Family Feel

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Your journey towards a fulfilling and rewarding career starts here!