Deputy Nursery Manager — Lead & Grow in EYFS

The Old Station Nursery Group; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 291,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare

Holiday allowance 31 days

Professional development

Volunteer day

Perkbox discounts

Blue Light Card

Employee recognition

Referral bonuses

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group in Alvechurch, just outside Birmingham, is seeking a Third in Charge to support the Nursery Manager and help create a caring, safe environment where children can grow and families feel connected.

You will mentor staff, plan and deliver EYFS activities, uphold safeguarding, and build strong relationships with families and external professionals. A Level 3 Early Years qualification is required and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is required.
• Experience in Early Years and safeguarding knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to support and guide others and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Support and mentor colleagues to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Work with the Nursery Manager to keep the nursery running smoothly in their absence.
• Lead EYFS delivery through play and learning that reflect children’s interests and needs.
• Build trusting relationships with families and work with external professionals to support development.
• Maintain safeguarding and wellbeing at the heart of everyday decisions.
• Create an inclusive environment where children, families and staff belong.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

The Old Station Nursery Group in Alvechurch, just outside Birmingham, is seeking a Third in Charge to support the Nursery Manager and help create a caring, safe environment where children can grow and families feel connected.

You will mentor staff, plan and deliver EYFS activities, uphold safeguarding, and build strong relationships with families and external professionals. A Level 3 Early Years qualification is required and sponsorship is not available.