Deputy Nursery Manager. Job in Wandsworth Education & Training Jobs

Anonymous; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description: Deputy Nursery Manager

We are excited to announce an opening for a Deputy Nursery Manager position to join our diverse team in our brand-new boutique nursery in Wandsworth.

The position will be split between being in ratio, working directly with the children and office based, taking on administrative duties.

Hours: 40 hours Monday-Friday

Salary: £39,000 - £43,000

Location: Wandsworth SW18 1GG

We are a growing nursery, opening two more sites with opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

About us

We are a new beautifully refurbished nursery getting ready to enrol children. The nursery has a capacity of 50 over 3 bright and spacious rooms: baby, toddler, and pre-school. We will have an in-house chef preparing delicious and nutritious meals daily.

We are based by the riverside and the beautiful Wandsworth Park, which we will be accessing as our outdoor space.

Our exciting nursery curriculum includes teaching/lessons from external professionals including Music (piano lessons), Spanish lessons, Sport and Football lessons with Spanish coaches, Dance and Drama, and Yoga. The idea behind our curriculum is that, as well as the children benefiting from the additional classes, the staffing team will not be overwhelmed with the duties of observations and paperwork whilst being in ratio. This will allow staff the time to be fully engaged with the children and complete mandatory tasks in a relaxed, stress-free environment. Our experienced team has put much thought into the planning of our curriculum. A strong team and staff well-being is a top priority for us; happy teachers lead to happy children!

What you will need

The successful candidate will hold the following:

• Level 3 Early Years qualification recognised by OFSTED
• Experience in a senior position (i.e., Room Leader, Third in Charge, or Deputy Manager)
• Strong staff management skills, being confident to assist staff through training
• Competence and confidence in your knowledge of the EYFS and OFSTED standards
• Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, with the ability to work to deadlines and a friendly, reliable, and flexible approach
• Experience as a SENCO lead would be a bonus.

Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Management

• Support the Nursery Manager in the overall day-to-day management of the nursery.
• Act as the primary point of contact in the absence of the Nursery Manager.
• Act as the Deputy Designated Safeguarding lead.
• Lead, motivate, and mentor the nursery team to deliver exceptional childcare and education.
• In collaboration with the Nursery Manager, assist with staff development, training, contribute to succession planning, and delivery of relevant training and performance reviews.
• Promote a successful and profitable business, engaging with the local community and marketing the nursery to reach maximum capacity while providing excellent customer care.
• Room leader responsibilities (initially, until staffing numbers increase) in the toddler room.
• Take on the role of the SENCO lead.

Operational Duties

• Ensure the nursery complies with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, including OFSTED requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, including risk assessments, attendance, safeguarding, and incident reports.
• Manage inductions for new staff, including Blossom training.
• Monitor and manage staff rotas, ensuring appropriate coverage at all times.
• Assist staff in implementing the curriculum and organising events and outings.
• Support with administrative tasks such as enrolment, parent communication, and budget management.

Childcare and Education

• Deliver high-quality early years education through our curriculum, ensuring it is in line with the EYFS framework.
• Oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of learning activities.
• Ensure all children's individual needs are met, including those with SEND.
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for children's growth and development.

Parental Engagement

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with parents and carers to meet the needs of each child and ensure regular communication about their child's progress.
• Address any concerns or queries from parents professionally and effectively.
• Upload daily posts on Blossom giving parents an insight into our daily routine and activities.

Health and Safety

• Ensure the nursery environment is safe, clean, and well-maintained at all times.
• Implement robust safeguarding procedures to protect all children in your care.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and health and safety checks.

Benefits:

• Up to 10 days of sick leave and up to 35 days of annual leave per year.