Deputy Manager

hireful; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in West Yorkshire seeks a motivated Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, acting as a role model for staff, and maintaining high standards of care and education. The ideal candidate is qualified in Early Years and has experience in a leadership role. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits like health cash plans, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount for childcare

On-site free parking

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 3 or above in Early Years, Level 5 desirable.
• Experience in a senior or leadership role in early years setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, EYFS, SEND, and Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with daily operation of the nursery.
• Act as role model for staff, ensuring high teaching standards.
• Work with room leaders to ensure quality routines.
• Contribute to administrative duties including occupancy management.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Knowledge of safeguarding

Child-led learning

Education

Level 3 or above in Early Years

Job description

Deputy Manager

Location: 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 them

Our client are part of a wider organisation, delivering high-quality childcare and education in the heart of their communities.

They are nurturing, forward-thinking settings committed to the Curiosity Approach, encouraging children to explore, discover, and learn through purposeful play.

They are seeking a motivated, organised, and experienced Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager and lead their 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.
• Contribute to administrative and office duties such as occupancy management, registers, staff rotas, observations, and parent communication.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance across the nursery.
• Support with planning, SEND provision, and transitions, ensuring all children’s needs are met.
• Play an active role in developing ideas for seasonal planning, events, and nursery projects.

Wider Opportunities

The role provides the opportunity to contribute to their wider work such as:

• Health Projects: supporting the wider health and wellbeing of their families and their community.
• Families Together: working closely in partnership with other services to ensure families access the support they need
• Community Projects: Their settings are embedded in their communities, with opportunities to contribute to events, employability support and nursery projects that connect families and local partners.
• Cross-site Working: As part of a wider organisation, there are opportunities to collaborate across different nurseries, sharing best practice and supporting organisational initiatives.

Staff Benefits

They offer a comprehensive package of staff benefits designed to support your professional growth and wellbeing:

• Funded Training and Qualifications: Ongoing training and development opportunities, with encouragement to progress to higher qualifications (Level 5 and above).
• Progression Opportunities: The chance to play a key role in shaping the nursery and to progress within the wider organisation.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Support with staff development, including coaching, mentoring, and consistency in practice.
• Reflective Supervision: Regular opportunities for reflective supervision and feedback, supporting your professional journey.
• Staff Wellbeing Support: Health cash plan, employee discounts, on-site free parking, and a supportive, welcoming team environment.

About You

They are looking for someone who is:

• Qualified to Level 3 or above in Early Years (Level 5 desirable).
• Experienced in a senior or leadership role within an early years setting.
• Passionate about the Curiosity Approach and child-led learning.
• A confident leader and communicator, able to motivate staff and build strong relationships with parents.
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage both people and paperwork.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, EYFS, SEND, and Ofsted requirements.

What their Nurseries Offer

• A supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The chance to play a key role in shaping the nursery alongside the Manager.
• Competitive salary and staff benefits.

In summary: The Deputy Manager role at the Nurseries is much more than a leadership position—it’s an opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation that invests in its people, supports families, and makes a positive impact in the community. If you’re passionate about early years, community engagement, and professional growth, They offer a rewarding and supportive environment.

Please apply via Indeed with your CV and a short covering note explaining why you would be the perfect fit for this role.