Deputy Manager/ Nursery Manager

Your Teaching Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay depending onexperience

Weekday work Mon-Fri

Fixed working hours 8:00am–6:00pm

Impact on children's lives

Job summary

Your Teaching Ltd in Croydon, South London is recruiting an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager, lead staff, and maintain high standards of EYFS safeguarding. The role requires strong leadership, organisational skills and a caring approach to children's development.

Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm, with fixed hours and competitive pay depending on experience. Join an up-and-coming nursery that values developmental support for children and collaborative teamwork with

Qualifications

• Experience leading a nursery or early years setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to supervise and develop staff.
• Professional, punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Lead and supervise nursery staff to maintain high standards of care.
• Ensure EYFS framework is implemented and safeguarding is followed.
• Monitor children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with parents, staff and external professionals.
• Support staff training and performance management.
• Step in for the Nursery Manager when required and oversee daily operations.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication

Staff supervision

Education

CACHE Level 3 in childcare

Job description

Deputy Manager/ Nursery Manager

CACHE Level 3

Location: Croydon, CR7, South London

Working Days: Monday to Friday, 5 days per week

Working Hours: 8am – 6pm

Pay Rate: Depending on experience

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join an up-and-coming nursery in Croydon, CR7. The successful candidate will support the Nursery Manager with daily operations, lead and supervise staff, maintain high standards of EYFS and safeguarding, and ensure children receive excellent care and support for their development. Monday to Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm. Strong leadership, organisational skills and a good understanding of early years practice are essential.

Vacancy for Room Lead & Manager are also available.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running and smooth operation of the nursery.
• Supervise, lead and support nursery staff, ensuring high standards of care and practice.
• Ensure the effective implementation of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.
• Monitor children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with parents, staff and external professionals.
• Support staff training, performance management and compliance with Ofsted requirements.
• Step in for the Nursery Manager when required and oversee daily operations.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised CACHE Level 3 qualification in childcare or a relevant equivalent.
• A valid Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service.
• Relevant safeguarding and child protection training for working with children.
• Previous experience working with children in a nursery, school or childcare setting.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, patient approach.
• Punctuality, reliability and a professional attitude.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay depending on experience.
• Consistent weekday work, Monday to Friday.
• Fixed working hours of 8:00am–6:00pm.
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to children's lives.
• A rewarding role within an educational environment in Thornton Heath, South London.