Job Description

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Position: Nursery Deputy Manager

Salary: Up to 35,000 (based on experience)

Location: Monkey Puzzle Cheam, Sutton SM3 8LR

Hours: 42.5

Reports to: Nursery Manager

Working at Monkey Puzzle Cheam is about loving what you do and having the passion to be the best at it!

If you're an inspirational educator with a passion for providing 'the right start for under 5s,' then we would like to hear from you. With us, you'll be given every opportunity to grow and develop in your career with guidance.

Apply today to join our prestigious, award-winning nursery group.

Your Journey

As a Nursery Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager, you'll build bonds with parents and children every day. On your daily walkarounds, you'll touch base with your team members, giving them the opportunity to give you necessary updates. You'll be passionate about leading and supporting a team.

Working closely with Nursery Manager and Senior Management, you'll support the day to day running of the setting to achieve excellent standards within the nursery.

You'll be a role model in the nursery and influence the setting with your positive and professional attitude. You'll be a caring and compassionate leader who sincerely cares for your team and the children in your nursery.

The Deputy will manage the childcare provision including staffing levels in the absence of the Nursery Manager.

Your Role

To ensure all company policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to at all times To ensure that early years education, play and care is high quality and meets the needs of all children. Ensure that all the requirements for Ofsted and other legislative bodies are adhered to. To market the nursery effectively to encourage prospective parents To work in partnership with the parents and provide good customer service To attend Leadership and Management meetings & relevant trainings when required. Leading your team to be the best childcare educators through your guidance, passion and drive Collaborating with our sister nursery to build the family feel community and bring the values to life To ensure confidentiality at all times Flexible and adaptable approach to the job

You're the best at ...

Building caring relationships with children, families, your team and the local community Leading your team to be the best childcare educators through your guidance, passion and drive Communicating with your team and the families at your nursery through regular updates Welcoming new employees and new children into the nursery and implementing plans for them effectively, then supporting them with continued development plans Collaborating with our sister nursery to build the family feel community and bring the values to life Ensuring the settings are well-staffed and have the necessary provisions to provide high-quality, educational childcare to the children Evaluating the performance in your setting and making improvements on a continuous basis Monitoring the children's learning and development and the reports with the family and staff members Advising Room Leaders on initiatives and by actively developing their skills being a responsible and supportive role model

Ideally you will have

Have a minimum Level 3+ Qualification in Early Years / Childcare Have at least 3 years' previous experience of working in a Day Nursery Have at least 1 year' experience as a Deputy manager or a Room Leader ready to step up Can inspire, energise, lead and support others Has a genuine passion and excitement to work with children and helping others learn Sound knowledge of the latest EYFS framework, Safeguarding legislations, Equal Opportunities/SEND & EAL etc. and regulation A good knowledge of Birth to 5 development and the EYFS curriculum A firm knowledge of Ofsted standards and requirements, Ofsted preparations and responsibilities Hold full right to work in the UK (we are unable to provide sponsorship

What we offer:

A fun and vibrant nursery with a strong leadership team

On-going support and career development

Up to 500 referral bonus for a friend or family member; subject to probation period.

Free onsite training

Competitive pay

Free uniform

Team events

Birthday day off or within same month

Family run

Discounted childcare

If you are interested in being considered for a position, please apply via this advert and we will be in touch. We very much look forward to receiving your application and inviting you to the nursery soon!

Please ensure your CV/profile includes your personal email address as this will be used to arrange phone screens for successful candidates.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

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