We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to cover maternity leave in a beautiful purpose built nursery, on the outskirts of Penrith.
As the Deputy Manager you will support the Nursery Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring high standards of childcare, and fostering a safe, nurturing environment for children. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with management experience and a passion for working with young children to contribute positively to the team and community.
Some of your responsibilities as Deputy Nursery Manager will include:
- Overseeing and coordinating stimulating and inspiring activities for the children across the Nursery.
- Supporting the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day operations of the Nursery.
- Effectively leading and managing a staff team including recruitment and retention.
- Providing day-to-day guidance, training and support to all staff.
- Ensure all policies, procedures and curriculums are implemented and adhered to at all times.
- Supporting the Manager to effectively manage the budgets and ensure occupancy targets are met and maintained at all times.
- Communicating with the Manager on the progress and the outcomes of the children.
- Assisting with the monitoring of staff performance across the Nursery.
- Managing all day-to-day operations of the Nursery in the absence of the Manager.
- To implement an effective parent liaison programme, to be influential in developing strong links with parents.
You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience:
- NNEB, CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
- Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation.
- Excellent knowledge of the EYFS.
- Knowledge of the new Ofsted inspection framework.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to targets and deadlines.
- Good time management skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong management/leadership skills.
- Excellent business acumen and the ability to successfully plan for, and manage the commercial success of the setting.
- Knowledge and understand of equal opportunities / SENCO etc.
- Previous relevant management experience.
All successful applicants will be required to have an Enhanced DBS carried out.
As a specialist Childcare agency, we believe that we can only be as successful as our candidates and employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every candidate who registers with us and value all the work carried out by our team.
For more information, please contact us at the office on 0208 054 7202 or send us your CV to be considered for this fantastic position.
INDSANDRA
Pay: Up to £32,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Nursery: 3 years (preferred)
- Leadership: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 Early Years Diploma (required)
Location:
- Penrith, Cumbria (preferred)
Work Location: In person
