Deputy Nursery Manager - West London

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

Job summary

A prominent childcare organization in London is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to lead and manage staff while embodying company values. Candidates must hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and have relevant management experience in Early Years. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits including free childcare, annual leave, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Your birthday off

100% Free Childcare (subject to availability)

Up to £1000 refer a friend bonus

Free Staff Lunches

Enhanced sick pay

Annual performance‑related pay increases

Brilliant career progression opportunities

Access to a healthcare cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working within management in Early Years.
• Minimum Level 3 childcare qualification required.
• Level 2 in Maths and English essential if Level 3 is after 2014.

Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for company values.
• Oversee the vibrant culture in the nursery.
• Lead and manage nursery staff.

Skills

Childcare management experience

Level 3 childcare qualification

Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager

Department: Nursery

Location: London

Compensation: £33,000 - £39,000 / year

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.

We’re looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join our team in West London. 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.

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Benefits include:

• 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 £1000 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

Your wellbeing matters – we provide not just a confidential employee assistance programme but access to our wellness hub.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Education Administration Programs

For more details, find out more about each of our nurseries by visiting https://kidoschools.com/uk/.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us via [e-mail].

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