Job Description

Join us at the forefront of something truly special.

We are recruiting for an exceptional

management team

for our brand-new nursery, opening in

January 2026

at

Aire Park

- Leeds' exciting new South Bank development. Situated on the historic Tetley Brewery site, Aire Park is at the heart of one of the UK's most ambitious regeneration projects, bringing together green spaces, homes and businesses to create a vibrant new community.

This nursery will be a

flagship setting

for our

family-run childcare company

, which has been delivering outstanding early years care for over 25 years. We're now looking to build a passionate, experienced

leadership team

to help us bring this new setting to life.

We are recruiting for:

Nursery Deputy Manager

Why Join Us?

Be part of shaping a brand-new nursery from the ground up Work with a supportive, values-driven team with a family ethos Competitive salary and benefits package Genuine career progression in a growing organisation Beautiful new environment, purpose-built for modern early years education
What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in nursery leadership or senior early years roles Strong understanding of EYFS and Ofsted requirements Excellent communication, organisation and team leadership skills A passion for delivering high-quality care and education
Please note: This particular advert is for roles at our new setting opening in January 2026, but we also have current opportunities across our nurseries in Leeds city centre. If you're planning your next move and want to be part of something new and meaningful, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leeds LS10: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

This nursery is due to open in January 2026. Are you looking to start before then?
We have current vacancies at our other city centre nursery and may be able to offer an earlier start with the option to transfer to Aire Park when it opens.
Please let us know your preferred start date below:

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person