Deputy Nursery Manager - NEW LAUNCH!
About The Position
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. Kido are looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join the team at Blackwater, Hawley Green, Blackwater, GU17 9BS. The Deputy Nursery Manager role offers a salary range of £33,000 to £39,000 (plus discretionary bonus), and is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Take the chance to build a remarkable career in a fast-growing international company - who champion career growth like no other! Includes Bonus Scheme.
Requirements
- Relevant childcare qualification, Level 3 minimum
- Experience working within management in Early Years
- Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English including functional skills (if Level 3 qualification obtained after 2014)
Responsibilities
- Lead nursery operations by ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the setting and maintaining high standards of care, education, and compliance.
- Manage and develop staff through supervision, appraisals, coaching, training, induction, and professional development opportunities.
- Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), overseeing safeguarding practices, referrals, staff training, and child protection procedures.
- Maintain health and safety compliance, including risk assessments, fire drills, medication administration, security, and adherence to Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.
- Build strong relationships with families, working in partnership with parents to support children's individual needs and provide exceptional customer service.
- Ensure EYFS and Ofsted compliance by implementing policies, maintaining accurate records, monitoring quality, and leading inspection readiness.
- Drive high-quality teaching and learning by supporting curriculum delivery, monitoring observations and learning journeys, and promoting best practice in early years education.
- Oversee staffing and resource management, ensuring appropriate ratios, effective delegation, accurate record-keeping, and efficient use of resources.
- Support nursery growth and occupancy through parent tours, events, collaboration with admissions teams, and maintaining excellent parent experiences.
- Promote a positive, inclusive culture by leading by example, encouraging teamwork, championing equality and diversity, and supporting continuous improvement across the nursery.
Benefits
- 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays rising to 25 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
- 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
- Confidential employee assistance programme
- Access to our wellness hub
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
