Job Description

We are looking for an exceptional Level 3 qualified practitioner to join our team as deputy manager. The individual would be room based whilst also supporting the manager in the day to day running of the nursery. This role would suit someone who wants to make the move from room leader to a more senior role and or someone with lots of management experience.

Purpose of post

To work alongside the Manager and deputise for her as and when required To support the aims and objectives of the nursery and assist the Manager and Area Manager in the organisation of a high-quality establishment for children from 3 months to five years To provide high standards of care and early learning - to include the monitoring and review of provision, this includes providing a safe, caring environment to enable the personal, emotional, social and educational development of children, through individual attention and group activities To support and mentor the staff team as agreed with the nursery manager.
Responsible to

Nursery Manager & Area Manager

Main duties

To promote the aims and objectives of the nursery To promote the high standards of the nursery at all times to parents, staff and visitors To assist the Manager in showing parents around the nursery facilities and sending out information. To lead a team of professional workers and to ensure good practice at all times To assist the Manager in setting and implementing objectives and policy for the nursery To assist with the planning and organisation of staffing schedules and holiday rotas to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained in accordance with Ofsted and nursery procedures To assist with the implementation of administrative procedures involved with registration, place allocation, and other related matters To assist with the development and implementation of systems to monitor and record child development To assist with the preparation and maintenance of materials and equipment To ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children regardless of any disabilities, family backgrounds or medical history Support all team members with the early identification and intervention for children with possible special needs and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate To assist with staff development and training To fully support the induction of new team members Feed into appraisals, target setting and nursery operations as deemed appropriate by the manager Liaise with parents, other family members and staff to help ensure that the particular needs of children are met and that parental choice is considered in terms of care given To liaise with outside agencies as required To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, planning meetings, monthly staff meetings, parents evening, fundraising events etc. To deputise for the Manager in her absence To be a key holder and hold responsibility for opening and closing the nursery when required. To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time-to-time by the Manager.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.50-14.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Experience:

Nursery: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person