Room Based Deputy Manager

Grandir UK Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave including bank_h/

Flexible working options available

Big childcare discount

£500 refer a friend bonus

Company pension scheme with employer

Statutory Sick Pay from day 1

Life assurance for employees 18 to 65

Certified Great Place to Work

Job summary

Grandir UK Limited is recruiting a Room Based Deputy Manager for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Abington Park, Northampton. You will support the Nursery Manager with day-to-day operations and be involved in delivering rich, stimulating experiences for young children.

You will play a key role in supervising staff, supporting training, and helping to meet occupancy targets while fostering strong relationships with families and the local community.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursery Manager with the effective day‑to‑day management of the nursery.
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Develop open and positive working relationships with staff
• Support, supervise, train, and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high‑quality childcare practice
• Support the Nursery Manager to identify training needs; develop training plans and evaluate training undertaken by staff
• Assist the Nursery Manager in delivering agreed occupancy targets
• Maintain effective methods of communication with children, staff, parents, and carers
• Assist the Nursery Manager in ensuring that all complaints and concerns are actively resolved in a timely manner and that these are reported to the Regional Manager

Job description

Part of Grandir UK

Salary £28,080 to £30,784 (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews) Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Abington Park

Part of Grandir UK

Salary £28,080 to £30,784 (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews) Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Abington Park, is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Room Based Deputy Manager to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• Big childcare discount
• £500 refer a friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

Our beautifully renovated townhouse welcomes families with a bright, inviting staircase leading to the heart of the nursery. Spread across two floors, our nursery features six bright, calm rooms and spacious gardens, creating the perfect indoor and outdoor environment for your child to grow and flourish every day.

Fantastic Outdoor Space

Our large gardens provide a variety of exciting spaces for children to explore and grow. From peaceful quiet areas to hands‑on mud kitchens, planting zones, and climbing equipment, there is something for every child to enjoy, encouraging both active play and moments of calm.

Great Location and Transport Links

Conveniently located in the heart of Abington, just off the A45, our nursery is easily accessible for local families and only a 15‑minute drive from the M1. Situated opposite Abington Park, we regularly make the most of this beautiful natural space for outdoor learning experiences. With main bus routes and good train links nearby, getting to us is simple.

What Will You Be Doing

• Assist the Nursery Manager with the effective day‑to‑day management of the nursery.
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Develop open and positive working relationships with staff
• Support, supervise, train, and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high‑quality childcare practice
• Support the Nursery Manager to identify training needs; develop training plans and evaluate training undertaken by staff
• Assist the Nursery Manager in delivering agreed occupancy targets
• Maintain effective methods of communication with children, staff, parents, and carers
• Assist the Nursery Manager in ensuring that all complaints and concerns are actively resolved in a timely manner and that these are reported to the Regional Manager

Enhanced Family And Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets
• 24 hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI‑assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.