Deputy Manager

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

Job summary

A childcare provider in Crawley is looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager in delivering excellent care and education. You will lead a team, ensuring high standards and a nurturing environment that fosters children's learning. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership and organizational skills, along with experience in childcare management. This full-time position offers a salary of £29,640 along with various benefits including a health cash plan and on-site parking.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount for childcare

On-site free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare management or similar roles.
• Ability to take charge in the absence of the Nursery Manager.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of care and education.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with daily operations.
• Act as a role model for staff and children.
• Ensure the nursery adheres to the Curiosity Approach ethos.
• Facilitate staff development and training.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Coaching and mentoring

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).