Amazing Grace Early Years Childcare LTD Job Description
JOB PROFILE
Post: Deputy Manager
Reports to Director & Nursery Manager
JOB OVERVIEW
What is the purpose of the job?
The role of the Deputy Manager is to assist the Nursery Manager to provide professional leadership and management of the nursery and to help ensure that all children receive the highest standards of care and education.
In the absence of the Nursery Manager, the Deputy will undertake the overall day- to- day management of the nursery.
Your Qualifications and Experience:
- Ideally have previous experience as a 3rd in Charge or Room Coordinator
- At least 3 years occupational experience working and caring for children under 5 within a nursery environment
- At least 1 years current experience in a supervisory role
- Have previous experience of working with children
- Have a good understanding of all safeguarding and child protection procedures
· You will hold a full and relevant qualification in Early Years at Level 3 or above, Early childhood studies degree and EYP/EYT or other degree related childcare qualifications are desirable.
· Have excellent knowledge of the new (Sep 26) EYFS
· Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
· Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development.
· Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
· Ensure that children are kept safe and that staff understand and, when necessary, follow Safeguarding Procedures.
· Promote and facilitate partnerships with parents/ carers and other family members.
· The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. This job description may be reviewed in the future.
Contract Type - Permanent
Weekly Hours – maximum 40 hours
· The rate of pay is negotiable depending on the quality of experience and qualifications.
· We are committed to safeguarding and promoting a quality provision and expects all staff to share this commitment. All nursery staff will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. It is essential upon applying for this role that you disclose any convictions, pending charges or cautions and if so for which offences
· We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00-£19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- On-site parking
- Wellness programmes
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leeds LS10 2QD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
