Deputy Nursery Manager: Lead a Learning Room & Team

Nova Training; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Training in Wolverhampton is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead the nursery team and deputise for the Nursery Manager. The role is full-time and permanent, with salary between £28,000 and £35,000 per year depending on qualifications and experience.

You will oversee a room, ensure a safe environment for children aged 0-5, maintain records, build partnerships with parents, and help deliver the EYFS curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years; deputise for the Nursery Manager
• Lead a room and ensure the nursery environment is safe for children, staff and others
• Open and close the nursery when required and maintain records
• Develop partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development
• Provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment indoors and outdoors, at all times
• Deliver an EYFS curriculum that enables children to make individual progress and support staff
• Maintain good relationships with staff to support team welfare
• Be enthusiastic, fun and engaging with children to promote learning
• Undertake safeguarding lead roles and work with professionals for children's and families' benefit
• Work with Managers to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and maintain nursery ratios
• Engage in out-of-hours activities such as training, staff meetings, events
• Ensure kitchenettes and toilets are clean and maintained
• Maintain attendance registers and meet dietary/allergy requirements
• Conduct regular deep cleaning and sterilisation of equipment
• Provide nursery tours for new/prospective families
• Undertake other duties as directed in line with nursery ethos

Job description

Nova Training in Wolverhampton is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead the nursery team and deputise for the Nursery Manager. The role is full-time and permanent, with salary between £28,000 and £35,000 per year depending on qualifications and experience.

You will oversee a room, ensure a safe environment for children aged 0-5, maintain records, build partnerships with parents, and help deliver the EYFS curriculum.