Deputy Manager

Grandir UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nursery organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager in delivering a high-quality childcare experience. This role involves managing daily operations, ensuring all children receive enriching experiences, and maintaining staff development. A Level 3 or above in Early Years is required, along with a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers flexible working arrangements and generous benefits including leave and discounts on childcare.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Referral bonus

Generous childcare discount

31 days annual leave

Employee benefits portal

24/7 remote GP appointments

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• Enhanced DBS check is required for the position.
• Demonstrated commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day management of the nursery.
• Ensure children receive stimulating experiences.
• Develop positive relationships with staff and parents.

Skills

Level 3 or above in Early Years

Commitment to safeguarding children

Effective communication

Education

Level 3 or above in Early Years

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

About the Role

Grandir UK’s Park Gate Nursery is currently looking for a Deputy Manager with Level 3 or above in Early Years. You will support the Nursery Manager, ensure all children receive rich and stimulating experiences, and help deliver occupancy targets.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursery Manager with the effective day‑to‑day management of the nursery.
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development.
• Develop open and positive working relationships with staff.
• Support, supervise, train and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high‑quality childcare practice.
• Support the Nursery Manager to identify training needs, develop training plans and evaluate training undertaken by staff.
• Assist the Nursery Manager in delivering agreed occupancy targets.
• Maintain effective methods of communication with children, staff, parents and carers.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above in Early Years.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits

• Flexible working – option to work 40 hours across 5 days or 40 hours across 4 days.
• Referral bonus for recommending friends and family.
• Generous discount on childcare.
• 31 days annual leave (FTE) including an extra 3 days over the Christmas period and a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Access to an employee benefits portal with discounts at hundreds of online high‑street stores and the ability to turn points into cash.
• 24/7 remote GP appointments and cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy.
• Great Place To Work certification – a positive and thriving working environment.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.