Job Description

We are looking for an experience and passionate Early Years practitioner to become our Deputy Manager.

You will need to have at least 2 years post qualifying, with some leadership experience and have a passion to work in early years..

Qualifications

Level 3 in Early Years or higher Proven experience in early childhood education and childcare settings Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children and parents Demonstrated leadership and management abilities in a nursery environment Relevant certifications in early childhood education preferred Ability to communicate in English

Purpose of post

Ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted Work under the direction of the Manager and deputise for him/her as and when required Supports the aims and objectives of the nursery and assist the Manager in the organisation of a high-quality establishment for children from birth to five years Provide high standards of care and early learning, including monitoring and reviewing provision and provide a safe, caring environment to enable the personal, emotional, social and educational development of children, through individual attention and group activities Supports the team to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop Directed and support staff as agreed by the Manager.

Responsible to:

Nursery Manager

Main duties

Follow the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure and ensure all team members are able to do the same Promote the aims and objectives of the nursery Promote the high standards of the nursery at all times to parents, staff and visitors Assist the Manager in showing parents around the nursery facilities and sending out information to prospective families Ensure the provision of high standards of physical, personal, social and emotional care Lead a team of professional workers and ensure good practice at all times Assist the Manager in setting and implementing objectives and policy for the nursery Assist with planning and organising staffing schedules and holiday rotas to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained in accordance with regulatory body guidelines and nursery procedures Assist with implementing administrative procedures such as registration, place allocation, and other related matters Assist with developing and implementing systems to monitor and record child development Assist with preparing and maintaining materials and equipment Be responsible for the health and safety standards appropriate for the needs of young children and ensure staff compliance and awareness Ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times Provide 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 additional needs and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate Ensure confidentiality of all information received and shared Assist with staff development and training Support an effective interview and selection process, as required Fully support the induction of new team members Support the appropriate supervision meetings/processes in conjunction with the Manager Feed into appraisals, target setting and nursery operations as deemed appropriate by the Manager Attend nursery management meetings and report appropriate information back to the wider team Assist the Manager in supervising training of students ono placement within the nursery 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 Liaise with outside agencies as required Assist the Manager with the efficient upkeep and maintenance of the building and grounds, stock of equipment, furnishings and fittings Maintain staff awareness of fire evacuation procedures in accordance with the fire safety policy Be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, planning meetings, monthly staff meetings, parents evening, fundraising events etc. Undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time-to-time by the Manager.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

day nursery: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 3 in Early Years (required)
Work Location: In person