Deputy Manager

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Witney; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80% childcare discount

Life insurance

Health plan

KP Academy training

Enhanced leave

Wellbeing rewards

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary & pension

Friendly central support

Job summary

Kids Planet Witney is looking for a Deputy Manager to join our supportive team. You will help run the nursery day to day, lead a caring team and ensure exceptional early years provision for children.

The ideal candidate will hold at least Level 3 recognised early years qualification, have excellent EYFS knowledge, and extensive safeguarding experience, plus proven leadership within a nursery setting. We offer 80% childcare discount, life insurance, health plan, training through KP Academy,

Qualifications

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
• Leadership experience within a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the manager in running the nursery day to day.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with families and work with external agencies to support each child's growth and well-being.
• Guide and support the nursery team, ensuring children are safe and EYFS is brought to life in a fun, engaging way.

Skills

Leadership experience

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 early years qualification

Job description

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

We have high standards because children deserve nothing less. Excellence and genuine care go hand in hand at Kids Planet. Every day, we strive to create exceptional experiences for children by supporting talented people to be the very best they can be.

Kids Planet is a proud family‑run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

Join Kids Planet Witney as a Deputy Manager!

We're now looking for a Deputy Manager to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

What We Offer Our Deputy Managers

• 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply
• Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan.
• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!
• Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
• Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you!
• Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance.
• Friendly central support team always on hand to help.

Why Kids Planet Witney?

• Good transport links and a large parking area
• Lovely team atmosphere
• Lots of opportunities to visit the community
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025

How You'll Make a Difference As a Deputy Manager

• Through working alongside the manager to help with all areas of running the nursery, making sure everything runs smoothly day to day.
• By building warm, trusting relationships with families and work together with outside agencies to support each child's growth and wellbeing.
• Guiding and support the nursery team, keeping children safe at all times and bringing the EYFS to life in a way that's fun, engaging, and meets all requirements.

What a Deputy Manager Needs

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
• Leadership experience within a nursery setting.

Sound like the place for you?

Apply today to join Kids Planet Witney!

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish!

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well‑being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships