YMCA Trinity Group – Childcare ‘Inspiring communities, transforming young lives’

Permanent Vacancy Deputy Childcare Manager

Job Reference DCM-LO-0526

Location YMCA Childcare, Lowestoft

YMCA Trinity Group is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Deputy Childcare Manager to support the delivery of high-quality childcare across two Lowestoft settings – YMCA Childcare St. Margaret’s Road and YMCA Childcare Water Lane.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident early years professional ready to take the next step in leadership. You will work closely with the Childcare Managers to ensure outstanding provision, while taking a key role in overseeing SEND provision, health and safety, and maintaining consistent standards across both sites.

As a senior member of the team, you will have a significant impact on the quality of provision. You will support, guide, and develop staff to create engaging, inclusive learning experiences and ensure that all children, including those with additional needs, are supported to thrive and reach their full potential.

This role is ideal for someone who is ready to step up into a broader leadership position or already operating at deputy level and looking to expand their impact across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of two childcare settings
• Deputise for the Childcare Managers in their absence
• Lead and support staff to deliver high-quality, inclusive childcare
• Oversee and support SENCO provision, ensuring excellent outcomes for children with additional needs
• Take a proactive role in health and safety compliance, ensuring safe environments across both settings
• Monitor and maintain high standards in line with EYFS and OFSTED requirements
• Support staff development, training, and performance
• Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a Level 3 (or above) Early Years/Childcare qualification
• Has experience in a childcare or early years setting, with some leadership responsibility
• Has a strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, SEND, and Ofsted requirements
• Is confident supporting staff and promoting best practice
• Has a proactive, organised, and positive approach
• Is passionate about delivering inclusive, high-quality childcare

Please refer to the Job description in full for further details about the role

In line with safer recruitment processes, successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, facilitated and paid for by YMCA Trinity Group.

Days and hours You will be contracted to work 37.5 hours per week, over 5 days.

Salary and Benefits Salary is £31,570.50 per annum

Additional benefits we offer include.

• Reduced childcare costs for employees own children
• 5 weeks holiday & public holiday allowance (Pro rata)
• Paid day off allocated for your Birthday (dependant on staff rota)
• Development and Internal Progression opportunities
• Your DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid as part of your onboarding
• Induction programme and additional career development opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay and company pension, plus access for YMCA Trinity staff and their immediate families to our Employee Assistance Programme

Contact Us If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact;

Amanda Spence: Childcare Programme Manager – Telephone: 07912516827

Email: Amanda.Spence@ymcatrinity.org.uk / recruitment@ymcatrinity.org.uk

Closing date Applications are assessed on a regular basis, therefore early application is advised. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy when roles are filled.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit our Work With Us page on the company website and complete the full application form. 

As part of our safer recruitment process, applicants are required to complete the application form in full, including details of referees and any gaps in employment

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Additional Information

Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK.

Unless stated otherwise, we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV’s will not be considered as an application.

Occasionally we fill a role sooner than expected, we reserve the right to withdraw vacancies before an advertised closing date. Early application is advised. An email will be sent to confirm receipt of applications, please contact us if you have a problem submitting your application.

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

Ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals is paramount to our mission. As such, we are committed to upholding rigorous safeguarding practices in all aspects of our work. Join us in making a meaningful difference while adhering to the highest standards of care and protection for those we serve.

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