Nursery Deputy Manager

Kido International Nursery & Preschool; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Isleworth seeks a Nursery Deputy Manager to lead the team and ensure the welfare of children. The ideal candidate will have a level 3 childcare qualification and experience in leadership roles. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to £37,000, 20 to 30 days annual leave, discounts on childcare, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

100% off childcare

Free staff lunch

Enhanced sick pay

Performance-related pay increases

Qualifications

• Experience as Room Leader, Third in Charge or a current Deputy Manager.
• Strong leadership skills are required.
• Right to work in the UK is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team and ensure alignment with company policies.
• Maintain child safety and welfare.
• Support planning of staffing schedules and holiday rotas.
• Handle administrative procedures, from registrations to allocations.
• Assist in assessing children’s progress.

Skills

Leadership skills

Childcare qualifications

Team alignment with policies

Education

Relevant childcare qualification, level 3 minimum

Job description

Kido is a place where innovation and imagination unite to create modern Early Years settings. We’re looking for a Nursery Deputy Manager to join our team at Kido International Nursery & Preschool, Isleworth, TW7 4JU.

Overview

We are international, operating in India, USA and the UK. All our nurseries are Ofsted rated Good and Outstanding and are based in London and Windsor. We blend Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf Steiner approaches and have a unique curriculum for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Find out more about each of our nurseries by visiting https://kidoschools.com/uk/our-nurseries-london.

Values

Our 3 core values – Listen, Learn and Lead – guide everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front to ensure every team member aligns with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain the welfare and safety of children and handle any child protection concerns with appropriate escalation and action.
• Support the planning and organisation of staffing schedules and holiday rotas.
• Handle administrative procedures, from registrations to place allocations.
• Assist in assessing and recording children’s progress and achievements.
• Support your personal development and the future career progression.

Qualifications

• Relevant childcare qualification, level 3 minimum.
• Experience as Room Leader, Third in Charge or a current Deputy Manager.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

Additional Information

Salary up to £37,000 plus discretionary bonus. 40 hours per week.

Benefits include 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 30 days after 5 years, birthday off, 100% off childcare at Kido, £1000 refer a friend bonus, free staff lunch, enhanced sick pay, annual performance-related pay increases, brilliant career progression opportunities, company awards, celebrations, team social events, access to a healthcare cash plan, early access to pay through the Hastee app, Perkbox discounts, cycle to work scheme, confidential employee assistance programme and wellness hub.

If shortlisted you’ll be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions prior to interview, in line with our Safer Recruitment process. We will also process an Enhanced DBS Criminal Record check for anyone who joins the team.