Deputy Manager of Childcare Centre in Stamford

Malcolm Sargent Primary School, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 2SR

Application information: 2 days remaining to apply. As soon as possible. 1 July 2026 at 9am.

Job details:

• Job role: Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share): Full time role is 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, all year round (52 weeks). Part time applications will be considered.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Between £31,500 and £34,875 depending on experience.

What skills and experience we're looking for:

The school's onsite nursery, Acorn Childcare Centre Ltd, is looking to appoint an early years teacher/deputy manager. Responsibilities will include nursery operational support, team leadership and mentoring, DSL, ensuring childcare and EYFS excellence, inclusive learning planning and engagement with parent and community partnerships.

What the school offers its staff:

• 30% off your nursery childcare
• Free wraparound care whilst working
• A supportive and welcoming leadership team
• A day off on your birthday
• A loyalty holiday allowance
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A rewarding leadership role where you can make a real difference all within a caring setting, committed to children’s wellbeing, learning and success.

Further information about the job:

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. WE ARE COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING AND PROMOTING THE WELFARE OF YOUNG PEOPLE AND EXPECT ALL STAFF SHARE THIS COMMITMENT. ALL POSTS WILL BE SUBJECT TO AT LEAST ENHANCED DBS DISCLOSURE (WITH REGULATED ACTIVITY), MEDICAL, ONLINE AND REFERENCE CHECKS TOGETHER WITH CERTIFICATES OF GOOD CONDUCT AND LETTERS OF PROFESSIONAL STANDING IF APPLICABLE. ALL PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS ARE IN LINE WITH THE CURRENT VERSION OF KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE IN EDUCATION.

PLEASE NOTE THAT CANVASSING ANY EMPLOYEE, OR MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IS PROHIBITED AND WILL BE CONSIDERED A DISQUALIFICATION.

Applying for the job:

This job requires you to download an application form; you will be able to upload the completed application. CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents:

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Malcolm Sargent Primary School is a successful, three-form entry, single academy trust in Stamford, Lincolnshire. Named after the prominent conductor, Sir Malcolm Sargent, our school currently has approximately 650 children on roll (with a planned reduction to 620 from autumn 2025 making us a three form entry school), supported by about 115 staff. We are in the top percentiles for attendance and achievement and have excellent teachers including specialists in music, sports and languages. We have dedicated pastoral and play leader teams with a highly skilled and supportive administrative and finance team. We offer financial rewards to teachers who wish to lead year groups or curriculum subjects, supported by an experienced and knowledgeable leadership team including two qualified SENDCOs.

Arranging a visit to Malcolm Sargent Primary School:

Whaplode Church of England Primary School, Mill Lane, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE12 6TS.