Nursery Manager / Deputy Nursery Manager / Early Years Manager in Leeds

Deputy Manager LS2Y Nurseries, Chestnut Nursery, The Chestnut Centre, 2a Chestnut Street, Huddersfield, HD2 1HJ

Hours: Full-time, 30-40 hours per week, Permanent (We can offer a fixed contracted pattern of between 30 and 40 hours per week for the right candidate).

Salary: £29,640 (dependent on experience and qualifications, pro-rata for part-time hours)

Benefits: Health cash plan, Company events, Company pension, Employee discount for childcare, On-site free parking

Start Date: As soon as possible

LS2Y Nurseries are part of the wider LS2Y organisation, delivering high-quality childcare and education in the heart of our communities. We are nurturing, forward-thinking settings committed to the Curiosity Approach, encouraging children to explore, discover, and learn through purposeful play.

We are seeking a motivated, organised, and experienced Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager and lead our team to deliver the very best standards of care and education.

As Deputy Manager, you will:

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery, taking charge in their absence.
• Act as a strong role model for staff, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and care.
• Work closely with room leaders to ensure quality routines, continuous provision, and environments reflect the Curiosity Approach ethos.
• Support with staff development coaching, mentoring, and ensuring consistency in practice.
• Contribute to administrative and office duties such as occupancy management, registers, staff rotas, observations, and parent communication.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance across the nursery.
• Support with planning, SEND provision, and transitions, ensuring all children's needs are met.
• Play an active role in developing ideas for seasonal planning, events, and nursery projects.

Health Projects: supporting the wider health and wellbeing of our families and the community LS2Y.

Families Together: working closely in partnership with other services to ensure families access the support they need.

Community Projects: LS2Y settings are embedded in their communities, with opportunities to contribute to events, employability support and nursery projects that connect families and local partners.

As part of a wider organisation, there are opportunities to collaborate across different LS2Y nurseries, sharing best practice and supporting organisational initiatives.

LS2Y Nurseries offer a comprehensive package of staff benefits designed to support your professional growth and wellbeing:

• Funded Training and Qualifications: Ongoing training and development opportunities, with encouragement to progress to higher qualifications (Level 5 and above).
• Progression Opportunities: The chance to play a key role in shaping the nursery and to progress within the wider LS2Y organisation.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Support with staff development, including coaching, mentoring, and consistency in practice.
• Reflective Supervision: Regular opportunities for reflective supervision and feedback, supporting your professional journey.
• Staff Wellbeing Support: Health cash plan, employee discounts, on-site free parking, and a supportive, welcoming team environment.

Qualified to Level 3 or above in Early Years (Level 5 desirable).

Experienced in a senior or leadership role within an early years setting.

Passionate about the Curiosity Approach and child-led learning.

Strong knowledge of safeguarding, EYFS, SEND, and Ofsted requirements.

The Deputy Manager role at LS2Y Nurseries is much more than a leadership position - it's an opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation that invests in its people, supports families, and makes a positive impact in the community. If you're passionate about early years, community engagement, and professional growth, LS2Y offers a rewarding and supportive environment.