Deputy Nursery Manager

Family First Nursery Group; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring childcare organization in Oxted is seeking a Room Leader to inspire and nurture children at Woodlands Day Nursery. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Childcare qualification and a passion for early years education. Responsibilities include planning activities, supporting children's development, and mentoring team members. A welcoming team awaits you with competitive benefits. Apply today to make a difference!

Benefits

GBP750 Welcome Bonus

GBP400 Qualification Bonus

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

75% Childcare Discount

Wellbeing Support

Career Development

Refer a Friend Bonus

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in Early Years is essential.
• 6+ months in a senior role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate, stimulating activities.
• Support children's physical, emotional, and social development.
• Lead and mentor your room team.

Skills

Childcare qualification Level 3

English fluency

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Overview

Join Our Passionate Team at Woodlands Day Nursery - Where Every Day is an Adventure in Learning!

Are you a nurturing and enthusiastic childcare professional ready to make a real difference in little lives? We're on the lookout for a dedicated Room Leader to become part of our warm and welcoming team at Woodlands Day Nursery, nestled in the heart of Woodlands Court, Oxted.

• GBP29,619.20 per annum
• 40 hours per week

Just a 10-minute stroll from Oxted Station and steps away from St Mary's Primary School, our nursery is a calm, inspiring space where children flourish - and where you'll be supported to grow and thrive too.

At Family First, we believe happy teams create happy children. That's why we offer:

• GBP750 Welcome Bonus: A warm start to your journey with us
• GBP400 Qualification Bonus - for Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!
• Extra Time Off - 24 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off - all paid!
• 75% Childcare Discount - because we care for your little ones too
• Wellbeing Support - confidential helpline for life's ups and downs
• Career Development - personalised training and growth opportunities
• Refer a Friend Bonus - earn up to GBP750!

Terms apply. Some benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate, stimulating activities in line with the EYFS.
• Support children's physical, emotional, and social development.
• Lead and mentor your room team, promoting best practice and professional growth.
• Maintain accurate records and learning journals using EyMan.
• Ensure a strong key person approach and uphold safeguarding standards.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all.

Requirements

• Level 3 Childcare qualification - Essential
• 1+ year in Early Years - Essential
• 6+ months in a senior role - Desirable
• Strong EYFS and safeguarding knowledge - Essential
• Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about early years education and want to be part of a team where everyone matters, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and start your journey with Woodlands Day Nursery, where every day is a chance to inspire, nurture, and grow.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Woodlands is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group