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Deputy Nursery Manager - East London

Kido Schools
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Description

Location
East London

Hours
Full Time - 40 hours per week

Salary
£33,000 to £39,000 per annum plus discretionary bonus

About the Role
Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do! As the Deputy Nursery Manager, you will be more than just a leader; you will be an ambassador for our values and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture. This is your opportunity to join an amazing and growing nursery group that champions career growth like no other. Take the chance to build a remarkable career in a fast-growing international company and enjoy a rewarding role within a supportive and dynamic team.

Benefits
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service
Your birthday off
100% Free Childcare (subject to availability, T&Cs apply)
Up to £1000 refer a friend bonus
Free staff lunches
Annual performance-related pay increases
Brilliant career progression opportunities
Company awards and celebrations
Access to a healthcare cash plan
Early access to pay through the Hastee app
Perkbox discounts and savings on thousands of retailers
Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing support including a confidential employee assistance programme and access to a wellness hub

Requirements

Experience
Proven experience working within management in Early Years settings is essential.

Qualifications
Relevant childcare qualification at Level 3 minimum.
Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English including functional skills are required if the Level 3 qualification was obtained after 2014.

About You
You possess strong leadership skills aligned with the role’s responsibilities.
You are passionate about delivering high-quality childcare and fostering a positive nursery culture.
You are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Please note that sponsorship applications cannot be supported at this time.

Safer Recruitment
All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and not subject to disclosure. Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of unspent convictions and those not filtered prior to interview. Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check as part of our commitment to safeguarding children.

Benefits
The Manager role offers a salary range of £33,000 to £39,000 (plus discretionary bonus), and is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Take the chance to build a remarkable career in a fast-growing international company. By joining Kido you will get: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays rising to 30 days after 5 years service Your birthday off 100% Free Childcare (Subject to availability, T&Cs apply) Up to £1000 refer a friend bonus Free Staff Lunches Annual performance-related pay increases Brilliant career progression opportunities Company awards and celebrations Access to a healthcare cash plan Early access to pay through the Hastee app Perkbox discounts and savings on thousands of retailers Cycle to work scheme Your wellbeing matters – we provide not just a confidential employee assistance programme but access to our wellness hub Safer Recruitment All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website or see . Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. *If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website. Unlock – phone 01634 247350 text 07824 113848 *Kido is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Kido will ensure that our recruitment procedures meet the standards set out in our safer recruitment policy (available upon request) and our selection criteria prevents unsuitable people from gaining access to children. As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, successful candidates are expected to undergo pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check.
Expiry date: 26/09/2026
Deputy Nursery Manager - East London
Company:
Kido Schools
Job Type:
Full-time
Location:
London