Nursery Deputy Manager

Thrive Childcare; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Birthday holiday

Christmas vouchers

Outdoor jackets

Childcare discounts

Health plans

Gym memberships

Counselling sessions

Long service awards

Cash incentives

Career progression

DBS paid

Job summary

Thrive Childcare is seeking a Deputy Manager for Thrive Cotton Lane to lead our nursery team, ensuring high-quality childcare and safety standards. You will collaborate with the Nursery Manager and central departments to supervise staff and drive educational excellence.

The role is 40 hours per week with a salary of £15.75 per hour. Thrive offers extensive employee benefits and opportunities for progression within our growing group of nurseries.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or above in childcare per government guidelines.
• Some leadership experience is desirable and helps for the Deputy Manager role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and ensure high-quality childcare.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers.
• Uphold health and safety regulations and manage admin duties.
• Promote teamwork and support professional growth across the nursery.

Skills

Leadership experience

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Deputy Manager

Required at:

Thrive Cotton Lane

40 Hours Per Week

Salary: £15.75ph

At Thrive, we always put our children first but we look after you too as a Deputy Managerbecause to our children, you’re a hero and we know that you deserve to feel like one! We offer:

• Earn An Extra £400 Per Month Through Referrals
• Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off - An Additional 2 Days Off Paid Leave!
• Christmas Shopping Vouchers
• Company Supplied And Branded Outdoor Jackets
• Up To 85% Off Childcare Discounts (T&C Apply)
• Cash Health Plans - Cashback On Dental Treatment & Health Services
• High Street And Gym Membership Discounts
• Free Face To Face Counselling Sessions
• Long Service Awards
• Monthly Colleague Spotlight Rewards - Cash Incentive
• Personal Progression Career Opportunities
• DBS Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive!

Plus many more amazing benefits!

About The Role:

As a Deputy Manager, you willcollaborate closely with the Nursery Manager and all Centralised Departments. You will supervise staff, guarantee high-quality childcare, communicate with parents, uphold health and safety regulations, manage administrative duties, promote teamwork, and collaborate with other staff members to create a positive and supportive work environment, fostering teamwork and professional growth. This roleis essential in maintaining a secure, nurturing environment and delivering excellent care and education to children while supporting the overall management of the nursery.

Essential Criteria:

As a Deputy Manager, you will need to be level 3 qualified or above in correlation to the government guidelines. It is essential that you already have some leadership experience, but this role will be perfect for anybody who is looking for their next step in the Early Years industry!

A Little About Us:

Thrive Childcare and Education provides inspiring Childcare and Education throughout the North West of England and Scotland. Our teams are friendly, fun, and dedicated to making every day special. There really is no better time to join our ambitious team. We’re growing fast and are passionate about developing our people and we recognise individual’s potential through promotion opportunities. With over twenty years of managing award-winning nurseries and our innovative approach to Education, we welcome you to come and join our growing family!

Children first everytime | Deliver everyday with passion | Be a positive role model | Teamwork