Deputy Manager

Grandir UK Limited; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare service provider in Reading is seeking a Deputy Manager to assist with the day-to-day operations of the nursery. The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and emphasizes providing high-quality childcare experiences. Responsibilities include training staff, managing occupancy targets, and ensuring effective communication with parents and carers. The position offers attractive benefits, including cash bonuses, additional annual leave, and remote GP appointments. This role is a chance to join a certified 'Great Place To Work'.

Benefits

Cash bonus for referrals

31 days annual leave including bank holidays

Wellbeing Day – an extra day off

Discounts at online stores

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cashback on medical procedures

Recognition for staff efforts

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years is mandatory.
• Experience in managing or supporting a childcare setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day management of the nursery.
• Ensure children receive enriching educational experiences.
• Train and supervise staff for quality care delivery.
• Work with the Nursery Manager towards occupancy targets.
• Handle complaints and concerns efficiently.

Skills

Level 3 or above in Early Years

Supervisory skills

Effective communication

Experience in childcare

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday 8 December 2025 at 06:00

Our Spencers WoodDay Nursery in Reading, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a Deputy Manager, with Level 3 or above in Early Years to join our team. You’ll be working hard to care for, support, share a story or two, and have fun to meet the needs of our children.

Join us and enjoy ahost of attractive benefits including:

• Recommend friends and family to work for us and be rewarded with a cash bonus
• Total 31 days annual leave inc bank hol(FTE)- Includes an extra 3 days annual leave over the Christmas period
• ‘Wellbeing Day’ – an extra day off just for you
• Access to an employee benefits portal, which includes discounts at 100’s of online high street stores, turning points into cash
• 24/7 remote GP appointments
• Claim cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
• ‘May I say thank you’ for the month of May to appreciate the hard work and dedication of staff teams
• Working for a business that has received Great Place To Work certification, putting people at the core of what we do

What you will 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

We are delighted to announce our official certification as a Great Place To Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive and thriving environment for our employees. This accreditation aligns with our overarching mission to deliver high-quality childcare and education, fostering the growth of children into happy, smart, and healthy individuals. Placing children and families at the core of our efforts, we acknowledge that our dedicated teams play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional education and care.

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

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.