Deputy Manager - Shooting Stars Nursery HInckley, LE10 1AD

Deputy Nursery Manager – Rare Opportunity to Join Our Hinckley Team!

Location: Shooting Stars Nursery, 25 Mount Road, HInckley, LE10 1AD
Salary: £32,032 per annum plus benefits
Contract: Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Monday to Friday | Shifts between 7:30am–6:00pm

Due to retirement, we have a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced Early Years Deputy Manager to join our well-established Hinckley nursery.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality childcare and eager to support the Nursery Manager in leading a dedicated team, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Why This Role Is Special?

This is not just another vacancy — it’s a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving nursery with a strong reputation for excellence and help shape its future. You’ll play a key role in maintaining our high standards and inspiring both children and staff.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day operations of the nursery
• Acting as Designated Officer in Charge when the Manager is absent
• Leading and mentoring staff across base rooms to deliver outstanding care and education
• Driving reflective practice and continuous improvement
• Ensuring safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS standards are consistently met
• Building strong, positive relationships with families and external agencies
• Assisting with recruitment, inductions, and ongoing staff development

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a confident, caring, and proactive leader who is passionate about early years education and ready to take on a new challenge. You’ll bring:

• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification (or higher)
• At least 2 years’ post-qualifying experience in early years
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong communication, organisational, and safeguarding skills
• A positive, flexible, and professional attitude

Meet Us at Our Recruitment Evening!

We will be reviewing applications as they are received. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend our Recruitment Evening, Wednesday 17th December.

A fantastic opportunity to:

• Meet Melanie, our Nursery Manager, and members of the Hinckley team
• Explore the nursery setting and learn about Shooting Stars Nurseries and our values
• Discover more about the Deputy Manager role
• Share and showcase your experience, skills, passion, and personality in a welcoming and engaging environment.
• Find out if this is the perfect next step for you!

Why Join Shooting Stars Hinckley?

• Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• A chance to make a lasting impact on children’s early learning experiences
• Competitive salary and benefits

Safeguarding Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children within our care and expect all those employed by Shooting Stars Nurseries to share this commitment. All posts involve working with children and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You are required to declare any convictions that you may have, including those that would otherwise be regarded as 'spent' under this Act and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Why Join Shooting Stars Hinckley?

• Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• A chance to make a lasting impact on children’s early learning experiences
• Competitive salary and benefits