At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the nursery manager and ensure smooth daily operations.
- Company: Award-winning nursery group with a focus on community and outdoor learning.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, childcare discounts, free meals, and enhanced leave.
- Other info: Join a Great Place to Work certified team with fun events and wellbeing goodies.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a supportive work culture.
- Qualifications: Level 3 early years qualification and leadership experience in a nursery.
The predicted salary is between 25650 - 31350 £ per year.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
- Excellent understanding of EYFS.
- Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
- Leadership experience within a nursery setting.
- Lots of trips to the local community and surrounding areas
- Outdoor learning
- Company Culture & Awards
- Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
- Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women, for the second year running
- Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running
- Awarded one of the UK's Best Workplaces in Education & Training by Great Place to Work 2026
- 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply
What we offer our Deputy Managers
- Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan.
• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!
- Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
- Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
- Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
- Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you!
- Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance.
- Friendly central support team always on hand to help.
How you'll make a difference as a Deputy Manager
- Through working alongside the manager to help with all areas of running the nursery, making sure everything runs smoothly day to day.
- By building warm, trusting relationships with families and work together with outside agencies to support each child's growth and wellbeing.
- Guiding and support the nursery team, keeping children safe at all times and bringing the EYFS to life in a way that's fun, engaging, and meets all requirements.
Deputy Manager in Bath employer: Kids Ltd.
At Kids Planet Patterdale Lodge, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the growth and wellbeing of our Early Years Educators. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and strong relationships with families, while our comprehensive benefits package, including free meals, enhanced leave, and professional development through KP Academy training, ensures a rewarding and fulfilling career in a nurturing environment.
We think you need these skills to ace Deputy Manager in Bath
Communication Skills
Adaptability
Problem-Solving Skills
Time Management
Teamwork
Attention to Detail
Flexibility
