Reporting to Nursery Manager
Salary: Starting from £18000
- To deputise for the Manager
- To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Manager.
- To give support to other personnel within the Day Nursery
- Assist the Manager in providing effective day to day management of the Nursery.
- In conjunction with the Manager, to formulate, operate and evaluate a yearly programme of activities, following the guidelines of the National Curriculum, that is suitable to the age range of children.
- To assist the Manager in promoting Equal Opportunities throughout the Day Nursery.
- Liase with and support parents/carers and other family members.
- Work alongside the Manager and staff team to ensure that the philosophy behind the Nursery is fulfilled.
- Undertake other duties as may be requested from time to time by the Manager.
You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience:
Foundation degree/NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification with experience of working within a day Nursery setting. Some managerial experience would be desirable. 3 years post qualifying experience in a Day Care Setting
Experience in a Senior Position
- Experience of working with children aged 0 - 5 years
- NNEB, Knowledge of The Children Act, Knowledge of OFSTED Standards
- Basic Food and Hygiene Certificate
- Knowledge of the Foundation Stage
- The ability to demonstrate an up to date knowledge of current thinking and development in early years
- Awareness of planning/record keeping
- Awareness of Health and Safety and Risk Assessments
- An in depth understanding of Equal Opportunities
- Ability to communicate confidently with a wide range of people
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise work and delegate appropriately
- To be able to feedback information in the form of written reports
- To support the Nursery Manager and Staff Team
- To be able to promote the nursery in a positive and professional manner
- An understanding of children's needs and behaviour
- The ability to set appropriate limits for children
All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced CRB Disclosure.
