Job Description

Welcome to Pumpkin Lane Day Nursery, Luton's newest destination for nurturing young minds in a modern, vibrant environment. As we prepare to open our doors, we are excited to offer a unique opportunity to join a passionate team dedicated to providing high-quality early years education and care. Pumpkin Lane Day Nursery is set to become a cornerstone of the community, with our innovative approach and commitment to creating a stimulating, safe, and welcoming space.

We're looking for enthusiastic, dedicated professionals to help us shape a bright future for the children and families we serve. Join us on this exciting journey and be part of something truly special!

Job Overview

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of early childhood education. This role requires effective communication with staff, parents, and children, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes the development and well-being of all children in our care.

Key Responsibilities:

Support Nursery Manager in overall leadership and management of the nursery. Ensure standards of high care and education in line with EYFS. Oversee daily operations including staffing, ratios and compliance. Lead and motivate staff team to deliver high quality learning experiences. Take charge in absence of Nursery Manager. Ensure safeguarding and health and safety procedures are consistently followed as a Designated Safeguarding Lead. Build strong relationships with children, staff and families and the wider community. Assist in planning, observing and evaluating activities and progress. Work towards Development Plan targets to drive the standards upwards and result in Outstanding practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum Level 3 childcare qualification or above. Experience in a management role is desirable. Strong knowledge of EYFS, child development and safeguarding policies. At least 2 years experience in nursery setting with level of leadership responsibility. Deputy Manager experience is desirable. Excellent communication and leadership skills. First aid and safeguarding training (or willingness to complete) An enhanced DBS check. Passionate, reliable and committed to providing high standards of care and education GCSE's or equivalent in English & Maths
If you are an enthusiastic individual with a drive for excellence in childcare management, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position as Deputy Nursery Manager.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,000.00-33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 14/07/2025