Deputy Manager - Kids Planet Donisthorpe

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Kids Planet Donisthorpe is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the day to day running of a large, family oriented nursery in Donisthorpe on a full time onsite basis. You’ll partner with the manager to lead a warm team, keep children safe, and bring the EYFS to life with engaging practical learning. The role requires at least Level 3 early years qualification, strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding experience, and prior leadership in a nursery. In return expect a competitive salary, pension, enhanced leave, wellbeing perks, free meals, and access to KP Academy training. For applications tailor your CV to show leadership impact, EYFS delivery, DBS readiness, and alignment with care, curiosity and love for early years; note that visa sponsorship is not offered and be prepared for an enhanced DBS check.

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Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.


What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day?
Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

Join Kids Planet Donisthorpe as a Deputy Manager!
We’re now looking for a Deputy Manager to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.
Why Kids Planet Donisthorpe?
A large nursery with a family feel
A good location, in the heart of the national forest
Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
Big News! 80% Childcare Discount Arrives This October – T&Cs apply
What we offer our Deputy Managers:
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 a Deputy Manager:
Through working alongside the manager to help with all areas of running the nursery, making sure everything runs smoothly day to day.
By building warm, trusting relationships with families and work together with outside agencies to support each child’s growth and wellbeing.
Guiding and support the nursery team, keeping children safe at all times and bringing the EYFS to life in a way that’s fun, engaging, and meets all requirements.
What a Deputy Manager needs:
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.
Sound like the place for you?
Apply today to join Kids Planet Donisthorpe
We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.
We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish!
Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.


Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.