deputy head

Aspire People; Dudley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

IMHR Plus discounts

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Health plan (SimplyHealth)

Staff discounts on childcare

CPD opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

Aspiring Deputy Nursery Manager role with Aspire People in Dudley/Stourbridge area. Fixed Term - 12 months (Maternity Cover). Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am-6:00pm, leading alongside the Nursery Manager to deliver outstanding care and education.

The nursery cares for children 6 weeks to 5 years, with a focus on EYFS learning, safeguarding and staff development. A supportive environment and ongoing CPD opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading or supervising an early years team.
• Confident applying the EYFS framework.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Create safe, stimulating and inclusive environments for children.
• Plan and support engaging learning experiences in line with EYFS.
• Mentor and develop team members to reach their potential.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and staff.
• Promote safeguarding, welfare and child wellbeing to the highest standards.
• Assist with compliance, policies and quality improvement across the nursery.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive working environment for staff and children.

Skills

Leadership experience

EYFS knowledge

Strong communication

Organised

Safeguarding

Mentoring staff

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager - Fixed Term 12 Months

Location: dudley

Contract: Fixed Term - 12 Months (Maternity Cover)

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm

Sector: Early Years / Childcare

Aspire People are recruiting!

Aspire People are delighted to be working in partnership with a large and well-established nursery group to recruit an ambitious, passionate and dynamic Deputy Nursery Manager for one of their welcoming nurseries in Stourbridge.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced early years professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and play a key role in supporting the day-to-day leadership and management of a high-quality nursery.

The nursery provides a homely, caring and nurturing environment for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, offering flexible sessions throughout the year, Monday to Friday, from 8:00am to 6:00pm.

As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager and wider team to ensure children receive outstanding care, learning and development opportunities, while supporting staff to reach their full potential.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Nursery Manager with the effective day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Creating safe, stimulating and inclusive environments where every child can thrive.
• Planning and supporting the delivery of engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
• Supporting, mentoring and developing team members to reach their potential.
• Building positive and professional relationships with children, parents, carers and the wider community.
• Promoting and maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding, welfare and child wellbeing.
• Supporting the nursery team to deliver consistently high standards of care and education.
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive and supportive working environment for staff and children.
• Assisting with compliance, policies, procedures and quality improvement across the nursery.

What We're Looking For

• Passionate about providing outstanding care and education for young children.
• An experienced early years practitioner with previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Confident supporting and developing a team.
• Knowledgeable and confident in applying the EYFS framework.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• A strong communicator who can build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Organised, proactive and able to work effectively in a busy nursery environment.
• Ambitious and motivated to develop their own career within early years.
• A positive role model who leads by example.

What's On Offer?

As well as a competitive salary and the opportunity to work for an organisation that is passionate about supporting children, families and the local community, the successful candidate will receive:

• 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access to the IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional increase based on length of service
• SimplyHealth cash plan, including support towards dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultations, tests, scans and more
• Staff discounts on:
  • Childcare at the organisation's nurseries
  • YGym membership
  • Coffee at the Clock purchases
  • Life Assurance scheme
• Ongoing opportunities for CPD and professional development
• A variety of career progression routes

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated early years professional looking for your next leadership opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.