Deputy Manager

OverviewDeputy ManagerLocation: Kindred Lowdham, Lowdham, NottinghamContract Type: Full-timeContract Length: PermanentSalary: £14.50-£15.50 per hour (£30,392 - £32,488 per annum full time equivalent salary 40 hours per week all year round)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 AccessJoin 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 Lowdham. 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 Our process includes: 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 Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey? To apply for the Deputy Manager position with us, please click the "Quick Apply" button and submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining your interest in the role. We aim to respond to all applicants within 2–5 working days. Thank you for considering a career with Kindred 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 IND1 #J-18808-Ljbffr