Deputy Manager

Local Services 2 You; England; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare organization is seeking a passionate Deputy Manager for its nursery in the UK. The successful candidate will support the Nursery Manager, ensuring high standards of care and education while leading a committed team. Responsibilities include day-to-day operations, staff development, and maintaining compliance with safeguarding standards. This role offers a competitive salary of £29,640 and a range of staff benefits including health plans and training opportunities.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Employee discount for childcare

Company pension

On-site free parking

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a senior or leadership role in an early years setting.
• Passionate about child-led learning and the Curiosity Approach.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, EYFS, SEND, and Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support Nursery Manager in day-to-day operations and lead in their absence.
• Work with staff to maintain high teaching and care standards.
• Contribute to administrative duties such as registers and communication.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Level 5 qualification (desirable)

Job description

Location: Chestnut Nursery, 2a Chestnut Centre, Deighton HD2 1HJ

Hours: Full-time 40 hours a week, Permanent

Salary: £29,640 (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Benefits: Health cash plan, Company events, Company pension, Employee discount for childcare, On-site free parking

Start Date: As soon as possible

About Us

LS2Y Nurseries are part of the wider LS2Y organisation, delivering high-quality childcare and education in the heart of our communities.

We are nurturing, forward-thinking settings committed to the Curiosity Approach, encouraging children to explore, discover, and learn through purposeful play.

We are seeking a motivated, organised, and experienced Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager and lead our team to deliver the very best standards of care and education.

The Role

As Deputy Manager, you will:

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery, taking charge in their absence.
• Act as a strong role model for staff, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and care.
• Work closely with room leaders to ensure quality routines, continuous provision, and environments reflect the Curiosity Approach ethos.
• Support with staff development – coaching, mentoring, and ensuring consistency in practice.
• Contribute to administrative and office duties such as occupancy management, registers, staff rotas, observations, and parent communication.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance across the nursery.
• Support with planning, SEND provision, and transitions, ensuring all children’s needs are met.
• Play an active role in developing ideas for seasonal planning, events, and nursery projects.

The role provides the opportunity to contribute to our wider work such as:

• Health Projects: supporting the wider health and wellbeing of our families and the community LS2Y.
• Families Together: working closely in partnership with other services to ensure families access the support they need
• Community Projects: LS2Y settings are embedded in their communities, with opportunities to contribute to events, employability support and nursery projects that connect families and local partners.
• Cross-site Working: As part of a wider organisation, there are opportunities to collaborate across different LS2Y nurseries, sharing best practice and supporting organisational initiatives.

LS2Y Nurseries offer a comprehensive package of staff benefits designed to support your professional growth and wellbeing:

• Funded Training and Qualifications: Ongoing training and development opportunities, with encouragement to progress to higher qualifications (Level 5 and above).
• Progression Opportunities: The chance to play a key role in shaping the nursery and to progress within the wider LS2Y organisation.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Support with staff development, including coaching, mentoring, and consistency in practice.
• Reflective Supervision: Regular opportunities for reflective supervision and feedback, supporting your professional journey.
• Staff Wellbeing Support: Health cash plan, employee discounts, on-site free parking, and a supportive, welcoming team environment.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Qualified to Level 3 or above in Early Years (Level 5 desirable).
• Experienced in a senior or leadership role within an early years setting.
• Passionate about the Curiosity Approach and child-led learning.
• A confident leader and communicator, able to motivate staff and build strong relationships with parents.
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage both people and paperwork.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, EYFS, SEND, and Ofsted requirements.

What LS2Y Nurseries Offer

• A supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The chance to play a key role in shaping the nursery alongside the Manager.
• Competitive salary and staff benefits.

In summary: The Deputy Manager role at LS2Y Nurseries is much more than a leadership position—it’s an opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation that invests in its people, supports families, and makes a positive impact in the community. If you’re passionate about early years, community engagement, and professional growth, LS2Y offers a rewarding and supportive environment.

Please apply via Indeed with your CV and a short covering note explaining why you would be the perfect fit for this role.