Job Description

Deputy Manager

40 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Salary: 29,640.00 per annum

Please Note:

A

Level Level 3 Early years Qualification

is

essential

for this role. Applicants without the required qualification will not be considered.

About us:

West End Day Nursery--rated Good by Ofsted--is a unique and inspiring early years setting, spread across three spacious buildings. Our beautiful playrooms feature large windows that flood the space with natural light, creating a warm and engaging environment for children. With plentiful resources and a child-centered approach, we believe in celebrating every stage of childhood, transitioning children to new groups only when they are developmentally ready for their next steps.


Set within half an acre of stunning grounds, our nursery provides a truly exceptional outdoor experience. With eight dedicated outdoor areas, children can explore vegetable patches, playground equipment, dens, and hideaways, all designed to nurture their natural curiosity and love for adventure. Plus, we are fortunate to back onto the 40-acre Hatch Grange Nature Reserve, providing endless opportunities for outdoor learning and discovery.


Conveniently located in a residential area, our nursery offers free on-site parking for staff and excellent transport links, ensuring easy access. Hatch Grange is also right next door, giving staff a peaceful outdoor space to relax and unwind during their breaks.

Why Choose Us?

At our nursery, we value teamwork and dedication! We regularly host

team bonding events

and recognize outstanding contributions through our

Staff of the Month

award, voted for by both staff and parents.

Why Join Us?

We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, we're excited to offer upto a

400 Qualification Recognition bonus

to all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries.


This bonus will be paid after just 6 months of service, making it the perfect time to join our team and be recognized for your qualifications and contributions


We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Annual Leave

: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.

Childcare Discounts

: 75% off nursery fees for team members.

Health and Wellbeing

: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.

Development

: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth and progression.

Company Pension

: Secure your future with our competitive pension scheme!

Referral Program

: Earn bonuses for bringing great new colleagues into our family!

Onsite Parking

:Access to free onsite Parking

Transport Links:

In close proximity to two train stations, aswell as a regular bus service stopping just outside the nursery.

Company Events

: Enjoy team-building activities, social gatherings, and special celebrations!:

Career Progression Opportunities!

As a Deputy Manager, you will:

Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent, and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Assist in managing the acceptance and administration of medication and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date for children or staff with health conditions. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote respect and credibility for this position through effective communication skills, impartiality, and consistency. Inspire staff team with creative ideas and new challenges with aim to achieve outstanding practice. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families.

Requirements and Skills for Nursery Deputy Manager:

Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential

Over 1 years' experience of working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Over 1 years' experience of working in a management position - Desirable. Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership - Desirable Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection to good or outstanding - Desirable

Right to work in the UK-Vaild Passport or Settled or Pre-Settled under the EU settlement Scheme.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.


Play Away Day Nursery -West end is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.



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