We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and motivational Deputy Nursery Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a happy nursery where we focus on encouraging children to be children, learning through fun and engaging play. You will be working with a dedicated team in a caring, family friendly, rewarding and stimulating environment which is inviting to children, parents and staff.
An exciting opportunity for someone who strives for outstanding in everything they do.
As an early years professional you will benefit from our training support towards continuous professional development supported
Job Purpose:
The Nursery Deputy Manager works closely with the Manager whilst also being expected to work autonomously in relation to everyday management responsibilities. The role requires the confidence to make decisions considering the reputation and financial aspects of the business whilst balancing a high degree of sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
To provide operational management of the nursery facilities and staff, to ensure a high quality, balanced provision of leading practice education and care is delivered at all times.
Developing and championing a performance management framework, to ensure all staff perform, supported and are rewarded appropriately.
Responsible for adherence to Nursery policies and procedures. Consistently meeting legislative requirements and following education curriculum, delivering standards which ensure the highest possible inspection grading.
Ensure that the training, support, mentoring and supervision of the staff team inspires and leads ambitious practice. To create a safe, caring and welcoming setting in which parents are happy to entrust their child and where their child is encouraged and supported to flourish in an enabling and stimulating environment.
To promote a successful and profitable business, engaging with the local community and marketing the nursery to reach maximum occupancy whilst providing excellent customer care.
Skills/Qualifications:
- A full and relevant level 3 qualification or above
- DBS enhanced disclosure
- Paediatric 12hr First Aid certificate
- Safeguarding training and qualification
- Minimum of 3 year’s post qualifying experience
- Confident in the use of MS Office Packages
We follow a safer recruitment process and as such will require DBS and satisfactory references.
Work remotely
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Nursery: 3 years (required)
- Management: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
