Job Description

We are looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager with:

Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification A positive and friendly demeanour Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to lead and effectively manage an experienced team of staff Detailed working knowledge of the EYFS and the planning skills to ensure the effective delivery of this curriculum to young children lead and inspire fellow practitioners by example. Experience within an Early Years leadership role (ideally as a Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Third in Charge or similar) Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children

The successful candidate will:

Lead, mentor and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education to all children in our care Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead at the nursery, holding overall responsibility for the day to day running of the nursery and management of safeguarding and child protection policies monitoring and improving practice and behaviours In collaboration with the Nursery Manager, contribute to succession planning, identification and delivery of relevant training, and supporting professional development plans, including coaching and mentoring for all colleagues. Develop and maintain strong partnerships with colleagues, parents and/or carers, as well as other professionals, to meet the needs of each child manage the nursery in the absence of the Manager be highly motivated and have a positive attitude towards working with children lead and manage team of staff together with the manager. Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents Engage with the Local Authority and other professionals to understand the local offer and to support practice in all areas of the nursery Promote the nursery to both current parents, and potential customers, to support retention and ongoing occupancy growth
You will work alongside the nursery management team to ensure the day to day operation of the nursery is kept to high standard.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From 25,000.00 per year

Expected hours: No less than 26.5 per week

Work Location: In person