Deputy Manager

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

Job summary

A childcare organization in Basingstoke seeks an experienced Deputy Manager to oversee daily nursery operations and act as a role model for staff. The ideal candidate will support the Nursery Manager to ensure high standards in teaching and care, develop staff through coaching, and maintain the Curiosity Approach ethos. A full-time position with a salary of £29,640, offering various benefits including a health cash plan and free on-site parking.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount for childcare

On-site free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in managing childcare settings.
• Strong commitment to high standards of education and care.
• Ability to support and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in daily operations.
• Act as a role model for teaching and care standards.
• Work with room leaders to enhance quality routines.
• Coach and mentor staff for consistent practice.

Skills

Motivated

Organised

Leadership

Coaching

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).