Deputy Manager

Local Services 2 You; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider is looking for a Deputy Manager for their nurseries in Basildon. This full-time position involves supporting the Nursery Manager and leading the team to ensure high-quality standards of care and education. The ideal candidate will have experience in childcare management and strong leadership skills. Benefits include a health cash plan, company pension, and employee discounts for childcare. This role is permanent with a competitive salary of £29,640 depending on experience.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount for childcare

On-site free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial role within a nursery or similar setting.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Understanding of the Curiosity Approach in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in daily operations.
• Ensure high standards of teaching and care.
• Coaching and mentoring staff.

Skills

Motivated

Organised

Experience in childcare

Job description

Job Description

Deputy Manager LS2Y Nurseries

• Location: Chestnut Nursery, 2a Chestnut Centre, Deighton HD2 1HJ
• Hours: Full-time 40 hours a week, Permanent
• Salary: £29,640 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Benefits: Health cash plan, Company events, Company pension, Employee discount for childcare, On-site free parking

Start Date: As soon as possible

About Us

LS2Y Nurseries are part of the wider LS2Y organisation, delivering high‑quality childcare and education in the heart of our communities.

We are nurturing, forward‑thinking settings committed to the Curiosity Approach, encouraging children to explore, discover, and learn through purposeful play.

We are seeking a motivated, organised, and experienced Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager and lead our team to deliver the very best standards of care and education.

The Role

As Deputy Manager, you will:

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day‑to‑day running of the nursery, taking charge in their absence.
• Act as a strong role model for staff, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and care.
• Work closely with room leaders to ensure quality routines, continuous provision, and environments reflect the Curiosity Approach ethos.
• Support with staff development coaching, mentoring, and ensuring consistency in practice (and more).