Job Description

Job Purpose

: The role of the deputy manager is to lead and take responsibility of the day to day running of the setting in the absence of the manager, in line with the five core functions whilst delivering the highest standards of childcare.

Role & Responsibilities:

Work in collaboration with the nursery manager

Promote our values and ethos to ensure a child-centred, safe and stimulating environment is provided whilst meeting the individual needs of every child.

In the absence of the manager be responsible and accountable for the day to day operational and organisational aspects of the nursery in line with policies and procedures, safeguarding, Ofsted requirements, local authority guidance, health and safety and equal opportunities.

Ensure that all aspects of the Statutory Framework for Early Years Foundation Stage and Welfare requirements are delivered to the highest standard.

Work in partnership with local childcare / education providers, health providers and all other agencies.

Develop and maintain procedures for review and assessment of each child's progress.

Support and manage alongside the manager an effective parent liaison programme.

Take accountability of role modelling and empowering your staff team to deliver high standards of childcare whilst complying with all aspects of the Statutory Framework for Early Years Foundation Stage and Welfare requirements.

Lead the nursery team while promoting positivity and professionalism.

Effective leader with a genuine desire to train and develop staff, supervising and supporting their professional development and day to day practice.

Management of staffing levels and turnover, through recruitment to ensure staffing ratios are at the required levels and managing sickness and absence.

Ensuring continuous professional development of staff through regular, documented one to one meetings and appraisals.

Managing individual HR cases in line with the company's HR policies and procedures.

Recruit high quality, appropriately qualified staff in line with safer recruitment procedures.

Accountability for maintaining up to date records on My HR Toolkit.

Manage the commercial success of the nursery by achieving and maintaining target occupancy levels through the growth of FTE and income.

Future planning the year ahead while monitoring trends and needs of the community.

Effective management of the nursery budget.

Ensuring company debt policies and procedures are followed.

To complete monthly invoices and staff payroll.

Collate reports and statistical information as required.

Complete monthly credit card reconciliations.

Complete funding submissions in line with local authority procedures.

Develop and implement a proactive marketing plan, represent and promote the nursery at relevant social and marketing events.

Work alongside the marketing team and forward plan to increase FTE.

Ensure positive promotion of the brand positively in the community.

To be responsible for implementing the Ashbourne House rules in order to maintain high standards and reputation.

To ensure the image of the company is portrayed in a positive light at all time.

To advertise the nursery through events including open days and celebrations.

Monitor and respond to parents in order to promote customer satisfaction.

Manage stock/ equipment control and procurement.

Ensure health and safety at all times.

Provide and maintain a high-quality equipment.

Support the manger to manage budgets in order to maintain and develop facilities.

Identify and purchase adequate resources in line with the needs of the nursery and company audits

Manage the cleanliness and hygiene of the setting in order to maintain the nursery appearance.

Work alongside the kitchen to ensure EHO standards are kept to a high level.

Key Skills & Experience

Essential

Must have worked previously within a nursery at a managerial level

Good teamwork and willingness to work with the Ashbourne Support Team.

Hold a relevant childcare qualification - minimum level 3.

Strong knowledge of Ofsted requirements.

Experience of implementing the Statutory Framework for Early Years Foundation Stage.

Able to demonstrate ability to work on own initiative and prioritise workload.

Good planning, organisational and budget management skills.

An excellent understanding of child development and the ability to recognise and address any concerns.

Able to show empathy and understanding towards children, staff and parents

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Eligible to obtain Enhanced DBS Reference and able to provide original copies of required qualifications.

Two satisfactory references, one must be from most recent employer.

Willingness to travel to other Nurseries in the Ashbourne Group.

Desirable

Degree level childcare qualification.

Experience of finance management.

Ability to use a variety of ICT systems.

Experience of running wrap around care.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 26,548.00-30,478.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person