Deputy Nursery Manager - Camden

Kido International; City of London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in London is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to lead and inspire a vibrant team dedicated to early childhood education. Candidates must hold a minimum Level 3 childcare qualification and have relevant management experience in Early Years. This role offers benefits such as 25 days annual leave and 100% free childcare. Join us to be part of a growing nursery group that champions career growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

100% Free Childcare

Up to £1,000 refer a friend bonus

Free Staff Lunches

Enhanced sick pay

Brilliant career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a management role within Early Years.
• Strong leadership and ambassadorial skills.
• Ability to champion a vibrant nursery culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursery team effectively.
• Maintain high standards of care and education.
• Promote professional development within the team.

Skills

Childcare qualification (level 3 minimum)

Management experience in Early Years

Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

Job description

Base pay range

Department: Nursery
Location: Kido Camden Nursery & Preschool
Compensation: £33,000 - £39,000 / year

About the role

Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do! As the Deputy Nursery Manager, you’ll be more than just a leader; you’ll be an ambassador for our values and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture. Join the team at Kido International Nursery & Preschool, Spiritualist Temple, Rochester Square, London NW1 9RY and help shape an amazing growing nursery group that champions career growth like no other.

What We’re Looking For

For the Deputy Manager role, it is essential that you hold a relevant childcare qualification, level 3 minimum, and have experience working within management in Early Years. Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English including functional skills are also a must if you obtained a Level 3 qualification after 2014.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays rising to 30 days after 5 years service
• Your birthday off
• 100% Free Childcare (subject to availability, T&Cs apply)
• Up to £1,000 refer a friend bonus
• Free Staff Lunches
• Enhanced sick pay
• Annual performance‑related pay increases
• Brilliant career progression opportunities
• Company awards and celebrations
• Access to a healthcare cash plan
• Early access to pay through the Hastee app
• Perkbox discounts and savings on thousands of retailers
• Cycle to work scheme

Safer Recruitment

• All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account.
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Further information about criminal history may be requested during the recruitment process. Successful candidates will undergo pre‑employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check.
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