Deputy Nursery Manager – Leading Nursery, Oxford

Clarus Education; South Stoke; Vor Ort; GBP 31.000 - 37.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Clarus Education is seeking a dynamic Deputy Nursery Manager for a leading nursery in Oxford. You will support the Nursery Manager, lead a team of Early Years practitioners and help deliver outstanding care and education.

Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare, strong leadership and safeguarding knowledge, and a proven track record in an EYFS setting. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for progression.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in EY Education and Childcare.
• Significant experience in an early years setting.
• Senior/leadership or deputy experience desirable.
• Strong EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted knowledge.

Aufgaben

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of Early Years practitioners.
• Ensure high standards of care, education and safeguarding are maintained at all times.
• Support the planning and delivery of an engaging EYFS curriculum.
• Monitor children’s learning, development and progress.
• Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Support with recruitment, induction, supervision and staff training.
• Help maintain compliance with Ofsted requirements and nursery policies.
• Ensure effective health and safety, safeguarding and risk management procedures.
• Support with room planning, staffing rotas and daily operations.
• Act as a positive role model and promote a strong nursery culture.
• Deputise for the Nursery Manager when required.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Team Management

Communication

Organisational skills

Childcare knowledge

Ausbildung

Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare

Jobbeschreibung

Deputy Nursery Manager – Leading Nursery, Oxford

Location: Oxford
Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary: Circa £34,000 per year, negotiable depending on experience
Minimum qualification: Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare

About the role

A leading nursery in Oxford is seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to join its senior team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Early Years professional who is ready to take on greater leadership responsibility. You will support the Nursery Manager in delivering high-quality childcare, leading the team and ensuring the nursery continues to provide an outstanding environment for children and families.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of Early Years practitioners.
• Ensure high standards of care, education and safeguarding are maintained at all times.
• Support the planning and delivery of an engaging EYFS curriculum.
• Monitor children’s learning, development and progress.
• Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Support with recruitment, induction, supervision and staff training.
• Help maintain compliance with Ofsted requirements and nursery policies.
• Ensure effective health and safety, safeguarding and risk management procedures.
• Support with room planning, staffing rotas and daily operations.
• Act as a positive role model and promote a strong nursery culture.
• Deputise for the Nursery Manager when required.

About you

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare.
• Significant experience working in an early years setting.
• Previous experience in a senior, room leader, deputy or management role is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to motivate and support a team.
• A caring, professional and proactive approach.
• Strong parent-partnership and customer-service skills.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding care and education.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary of around £34,000, negotiable depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work within a leading nursery in Oxford.
• Supportive leadership team and opportunities for career development.
• The chance to play a key role in shaping high-quality early years provision.

The successful candidate will be required to complete appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.