Deputy Nursery Manager – Brand New Centre, Flexible Hours

Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Length of Service Recognition

Competitive Salaries

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Medicash

YuLife

Refer a Friend

Flexible Working

Social Events

Job summary

Monkey Puzzle Epping is hiring a Deputy Manager to lead the nursery team, ensure high standards of care and education, and support the Nursery Manager in daily operations.

The role requires a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5 desirable), safeguarding knowledge, and at least two years of Third-in-Charge/Room Leader experience. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5 desirable).
• Safeguarding knowledge requested.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as Third-in-Charge/Room Leader.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery and EYFS requirements.
• Provide leadership and support to staff to maintain professional relationships with parents and carers.
• Deploy staff effectively to meet required standards and maintain the keyperson system.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and health & safety training is provided.
• Support the Nursery Manager with recruitment, induction, training and appraisals of staff.
• Assist in inspections and respond to compliant/issues promptly.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

IT skills

Leadership

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Monkey Puzzle Epping is hiring a Deputy Manager to lead the nursery team, ensure high standards of care and education, and support the Nursery Manager in daily operations.

The role requires a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5 desirable), safeguarding knowledge, and at least two years of Third-in-Charge/Room Leader experience. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.