Deputy Manager

Position Overview

Kids Planet Irlam is a proud family‑run business that values care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. We are looking for a Deputy Manager to join our team, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet Irlam?

• Fantastic facilities including our very own indoor/outdoor beach
• Established longstanding staff team
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running
• 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply

Benefits

• Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan.
• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day.
• Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
• Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you.
• Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance.
• Friendly central support team always on hand to help.

How you’ll make a difference as Deputy Manager

• Work alongside the manager to help with all areas of running the nursery, ensuring everything runs smoothly day to day.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with families and work together with outside agencies to support each child’s growth and wellbeing.
• Guide and support the nursery team, keep children safe at all times, and bring the EYFS to life in a way that’s fun, engaging, and meets all requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
• Leadership experience within a nursery setting.

Legal & Inclusion

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone and aim to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well‑being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training and to hold a Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate as part of their safeguarding duties.

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