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About Us


Imagine a nursery setting filled with fun and learning, where curiosity blossoms and everyday feels like an adventure. At Harvey House Nurseries, that's exactly what we do!


Our three nursery settings offer a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers our teams to create engaging educational spaces, where the children can flourish.


Your role as a Nursery Deputy Manager


We are lucky to have a large and engaging outdoor environment for our busy and well-resourced nursery in Leytonstone. We are well established, with wonderful parent partnerships, and are well known in our community for providing a caring and nurturing environment for our children.


We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated individual to work alongside the manager in a supernumerary role. You will collaborate to develop and enhance the children's journey, as well as take part in nursery operations for a 60 place nursery.


As a Deputy Manager you will:

Regularly monitor and review the provision and act as an agent of change to deliver high quality care and education at all times Take the lead with SEND at the nursery and be able to: + Support staff in recognising additional needs and putting in place strategies that will help the child at nursery
+ Carry out referrals, implement support plans, and liaise with professionals
+ Resource the provision and ensure the resources are specific to each child
+ The group manager will support you and will provide plenty of opportunities to train and upskill
Fully understand the importance of procedures to follow regarding Safeguarding and Child Protection

Qualifications & Training:


Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, higher level training desirable


Experience:


Minimum 5 years of childcare experience:

Supervisory: 2 years (Required) Childcare:3years (Required)

Essential Knowledge and Training:


Safeguarding, DSL, Child Protection


Special Educational Needs and Disability training


Early Years Foundation Stage


Paediatric First Aid (retraining will be supported if your certificate has expired)


Food Hygiene (minimum Level 2 - retraining will be given if your certificate has expired)


Supervisions and/or Coaching and Mentoring experience



Staff benefits include:



Comprehensive induction 2 staff rooms

Supportive senior management team Reward and recognition bonus scheme

Regular in-house and fully funded training for CPD Breakfast and treats provided for staff

Vibrant, high-street location Close between Christmas & New year

All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS Check and 2 references being clear.