Deputy Nursery Manager: Lead, Develop & Inspire Early Years

Kido International; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave rising to 25 days

Your birthday off

100% Free Childcare (subject to T&Cs)

Refer a friend bonus up to £1000

Free Staff Lunches

Annual performance pay increases

Career progression opportunities

Company awards and celebrations

Healthcare cash plan

Early access to pay via Hastee

Perkbox discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing and employee assistance

Job summary

Kido International is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager for its High Barnet Nursery & Preschool. This role leads day-to-day operations, supports staff development, and ensures safeguarding and compliance across EYFS standards.

The successful candidate will have a Level 3 childcare qualification and management experience in Early Years, with safeguarding responsibilities and strong family partnerships to deliver exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Relevant childcare qualification, Level 3 minimum.
• Management experience in Early Years.
• Level 2 Maths and English including functional skills if Level 3 obtained after 2014.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursery operations and maintain high standards of care, education, and compliance.
• Manage and develop staff through supervision, appraisals, coaching, training and induction.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and oversee safeguarding practices.
• Maintain health and safety compliance, including risk assessments and fire drills.
• Build strong relationships with families and provide exceptional customer service.
• Ensure EYFS and Ofsted compliance and lead inspection readiness.
• Drive high-quality teaching, observe and support learning journeys.
• Oversee staffing and resource management with accurate record-keeping.
• Support nursery growth and parent engagement to maintain occupancy.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Level 2 Maths and English (if Level 3 obtained after 2014)

Job description

Kido International is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager for its High Barnet Nursery & Preschool. This role leads day-to-day operations, supports staff development, and ensures safeguarding and compliance across EYFS standards.

The successful candidate will have a Level 3 childcare qualification and management experience in Early Years, with safeguarding responsibilities and strong family partnerships to deliver exceptional service.