Deputy Nursery Manager

Additional Resources; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable nursery in London is seeking a Deputy Manager to create a safe and nurturing environment for children. In this full-time role, you will lead staff, manage daily operations, and foster children's developmental growth. The position offers a salary range of £35,900 - £41,900 and includes various benefits such as 28 days holiday, childcare assistance, and a performance bonus.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Childcare

Employee discount

Company pension

Performance bonus

Christmas Bonus

Free uniform

Referral programme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Nursery Deputy Manager or similar role.
• Experience in a leadership position.
• Understanding of EYFS, Ofsted and welfare requirements.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring and training Room Leaders and junior staff.
• Building relationships with parents and carers.
• Preparing stimulating learning environments.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong ICT skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Manager to join a reputable nursery, creating a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment to assist children in settling and fostering their developmental growth. As a Deputy Manager, you will be supporting the daily operations of the nursery, leading staff and maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment. This full-time role offers salary range of £35,900 - £41,900 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Providing mentorship and training to Room Leaders and junior staff.
• Building strong, professional relationships with parents and carers.
• Overseeing the preparation of stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environments.
• Managing staff rotas and maintaining appropriate staff-to-child ratios.
• Delegating tasks to ensure smooth and efficient room management.
• Conducting peer observations and practice audits.
• Monitoring classroom displays and health and safety checks.
• Creating and maintaining individual care plans for children with specific needs.

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as a Nursery Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, Nursery Practitioner, Assistant Nursery Manager, Room leader or in a similar role.
• Experience working in a leadership role.
• Strong ICT and communication skills
• Understanding of the current EYFS, Ofsted and welfare requirements.
• Current and clean DBS certification.

Shift Timing

7:30am - 6:00pm

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary
• 28 days holiday
• Childcare
• Employee discount
• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Christmas Bonus
• Free uniform
• Performance bonus
• Paid DBS (with annual update service contribution required)
• Referral programme

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