Deputy Manager

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

Job summary

A childcare organisation is seeking a motivated Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager at Chestnut Nursery in Brighton. The role involves overseeing daily operations, mentoring staff, and promoting high standards of care and education in line with the Curiosity Approach. Candidates should have experience in early years settings and strong leadership capabilities. The position offers a salary of £29,640 and various benefits including a health cash plan and employee discounts.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount for childcare

On-site free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in early years education and childcare settings.
• Strong organisational skills to manage daily operations.
• Ability to act as a role model for staff and children.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with daily operations.
• Lead staff to maintain high teaching and care standards.
• Ensure routines reflect the Curiosity Approach ethos.

Skills

Staff mentoring

Strong leadership

High standards of care

Knowledge of Curiosity Approach

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).