At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Manager in delivering top-notch early years education and care.
- Company: Join Kindred, a nurturing nursery group that feels like family.
- Benefits: Enjoy birthday off, sick days, cashback healthcare, and childcare discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hours, structured training, and a supportive culture await you.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Early Years Level 3 qualification and team leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 17 - 17 £ per hour.
- Key Information
- Contract Length: Permanent
Salary: £15.00 - £17.00 per hour (£31,440 - £35,632 per annum full time equivalent salary 40 hours per week all year round)
Deputy Manager
Benefits
- Birthday Off
- 6 fully paid sick days
- Cashback Healthcare Plan
- Retail Discounts
- Recognition & Reward
- 50 % Childcare Discount
- 24/7 Virtual GP Access
- 24/7 Counselling Support
- Discounted gym Membership
- Personal Financial Advisor Access
- Pension Discovery
- Learning platform Access
- Join the Kindred Family – A Place to Grow, Thrive, and Make a Difference
Are you passionate about early years education, supporting children's development, and leading high-performing teams?
At Kindred, we believe work should be more than just a job – it should be a place where you feel valued, supported, and inspired every day.
Due to a new opportunity we’re excited to welcome a Deputy Manager to our friendly and dedicated team in St Ives, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next professional step, this role offers the chance to be part of a warm, inclusive environment where 91.71% of our team would recommend us as a great place to work.
What You’ll Need
Essential
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail
- Provide outstanding customer service
- Have good time management, meeting deadlines
- Experience of leading and managing a team
- Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
- Demonstrate sound knowledge of the EYFS guidelines
Desirable
- Previous experience of leading a team
- Current paediatric first aid certificate
- Safeguarding and child protection training (although full training will be given)
- Current food hygiene certificate
- What You’ll Be Doing
- To support the Manager, Third in Charge and Room Leaders to ensure the highest standards of Early Years care and education across the setting
- To maintain an organised, safe and stimulating nursery environment
- To keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed within the room
- To help build and maintain a reputation as the setting of choice in the area for both children and employees
- To model and monitor best practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines
- To support and inspire your team of Room Leaders and Practitioners
- To aid with the induction of new team members, welcoming them into the Kindred family
Why Join Kindred?
- At Kindred, we’re more than a nursery group – we’re a family.
- Supportive Culture – Our nurseries are built on strong relationships, teamwork, and a genuine sense of belonging.
- Career Development – Whether you're an apprentice or a seasoned professional, we offer clear progression pathways, structured training, and mentorship.
- Work-Life Balance – Enjoy structured working hours, flexible shift options, and hybrid roles (where applicable).
- Competitive Pay & Benefits – We regularly benchmark our salaries and offer generous benefits including bonuses, pensions, and paid leave.
- Award-Winning Family – Join a company that values recognition, personal growth, and team success.
- Our Recruitment Process
- Interviews: Rolling Interviews
- Expected Start Date: ASAP
- A video interview followed by a face-to-face interview with a stay and play at the nursery
- ‘Stay and Play’ session to observe you working with children *fully supervised
- Background checks, References, DBS, Qualification Verification will be carried out in accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy
As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check
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Deputy Manager in Costessey employer: Kindred Nurseries
Kindred Nurseries in Goffs Oak is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment where Early Years professionals can thrive. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to maintaining high standards of care, team members benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative culture that values communication and teamwork. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while enjoying competitive pay and a fulfilling career path.
