Deputy Manager

Thrive Childcare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Deputy Manager to join their team. In this role, you will provide high-quality childcare and oversee the nursery's daily operations. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in childcare and some leadership experience. Thrive Childcare offers competitive salary and many benefits, including extra holiday days and childcare discounts. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in the early years sector.

Benefits

Earn an extra £200 per month through referrals

Birthday holiday and wellbeing day off

Christmas week closure and vouchers

Up to 85% off childcare discounts

Cash health plans

Gym membership discounts

Free counselling sessions

Long service awards

Monthly colleague spotlight rewards

DBS registration paid for

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified in childcare in line with government guidelines.
• Previous leadership experience in a childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Nursery Manager and Centralised Departments.
• Supervise staff and ensure high-quality childcare.
• Communicate with parents and uphold health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 3 qualification in childcare

Job description

Deputy Manager

Required at:

The Mere Nature Kindergarten!

40 Hours Per Week

From £29,000 to £31,000Per Annum

We are looking for a Deputy Manager to join our amazing team! As a Deputy Nursery Manager, you will provide high quality childcare to the local community and oversee the day to day operation of the nursery to the highest standards. At Thrive, we always put our children first but we look after you too as a Nursery Manager because to our children, you’re a hero and we know that you deserve to feel like one! We offer:

• Earn An Extra £200 Per Month Through Referrals
• Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off - An Additional 2 Days OfPaid Leave!
• Christmas Week Closure And Christmas Shopping Vouchers
• 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 will collaborate 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 role is 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