Deputy Manager

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

Job summary

A childcare service provider in Northampton is seeking a motivated Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager and lead a dedicated team. The role includes overseeing daily operations, maintaining high standards of care and education, and promoting staff development. The successful candidate will have experience in childcare settings and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive 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 a childcare or nursery environment.
• Ability to manage a team effectively.
• Strong understanding of early years education.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the nursery.
• Lead a team and maintain high quality of care.
• Ensure teaching practices reflect the Curiosity Approach.

Skills

Motivation

Organisational skills

Team 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).