Deputy Nursery Manager

Love Childcare Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in London is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to join their team. You will support the Nursery Manager in operations while having a significant presence in the nursery. The role requires a Level 3 childcare qualification and experience in early years settings. The organization offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits, including extensive leave and staff perks, fostering a positive social impact in the community.

Benefits

Increased employer pension contribution (7%)

70% discount on childcare fees

Up to 35 days off per year

Sector-leading parental leave

Access to wellness app and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience managing or leading in an Early Years/Nursery environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the EYFS Framework.
• Proven ability to improve performance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in managing and improving the nursery.
• Be involved in day-to-day operations of the nursery.
• Build nurturing relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Team management

Knowledge of EYFS Framework

Passion for childcare

Building relationships

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Deputy Nursery Manager - UK Leading Nursery & Childcare Provider

£35,491 - £36,066 salary (dependent on location)

Roles available at various locations across London, currently including Central, North and East London venues

Full-Time / 40 hours

We are looking for experienced Deputy Nursery Managers to join one of the most recognisable and successful organisations in the childcare and early years sector, who operate over 40 nurseries across London.

ALL of their nurseries are Ofsted rated Outstanding or Good and they differ to a lot of Nursery providers by having a truly unique purpose to have a positive social impact in their communities through their provisions across London.

This role is 80% room based and 20% office based so you will need to remain passionate about actively being involved in day-to-day operations, as well as be confident and comfortable with supporting the Nursery Manager to manage, improve, and grow the nursery.

They have roles at a number of locations across London and all are within very easy reach of public transport routes. Please apply and we will be able to support with finding the best location for you!

The organisation offer an incredible staff benefits package, including:

• Lots of training, promotions and a good salary for the sector
• Increased employer pension contribution at 7%!
• 70% discount on childcare fees
• Up to 35 days off a year, including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro-rated for part-time hours)
• Sector-leading parental leave
• Many other benefits that take care of you, including access to a wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference and money for team celebrations

You will need:

• A full and relevant level 3 (or above) childcare qualification
• Proven experience managing or leading in an Early Years/Nursery environment with a coaching approach to developing a team of staff
• Comprehensive knowledge of the EYFS Framework
• Proven experience and evidence of improving performance
• The ability to build strong, nurturing relationships with all stakeholders
• A passion for childcare and child development

Your recruiter for this role is Steve Brennan, Recruitment Director at Love Childcare Recruitment. You can get in touch with him simply by applying directly to the role.