Deputy Nursery Role - Toddler Room

Randstad Education; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery organization in Plymouth seeks a passionate Deputy Manager to guide and support toddler staff, develop engaging activities, and maintain a safe environment. The ideal candidate should have a relevant early childhood education qualification and over 2 years of experience working with toddlers. This role offers a competitive salary of £25,485 per annum and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team.

Benefits

Paid annual training week

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with toddlers.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Hands-on approach with a passion for childcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to toddler room staff.
• Mentor and coach team members.
• Develop engaging activities for toddlers.
• Maintain a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with nursery staff.

Skills

Mentoring

Coaching

Education

Relevant early childhood education qualification

Job description

Company description / Organisation / Department

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of young children in a newly refurbished nursery setting.

Position description / Job description

• Provide guidance and support to the toddler room staff.
• Mentor and coach team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Develop and implement engaging and age-appropriate activities for toddlers.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment.
• Collaborate with other nursery staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Participate in annual training and professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to the overall planning and implementation of the nursery's curriculum.
• Assist in managing daily operations of the toddler room.

Requirements

We're looking for you, if:

• You hold a relevant early childhood education qualification.
• You possess proven experience working with toddlers (at least 2 years).
• You have excellent mentoring, coaching, and leadership skills.
• You are a hands-on individual with a passion for childcare.
• You demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.

What we offer / Offer

• Competitive salary of £25,485 per annum (for 37 hours per week).
• Paid annual training week with staff nights out.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Chance to work in a newly refurbished, modern facility.
• The satisfaction of making a positive impact on young children's lives.
• Positive team environment and culture.

Experience

2+ years

Skills

• Mentoring
• Coaching

Professional knowledge

• Toddler development
• Early childhood education curriculum

Qualification required

Relevant early childhood education qualification

Call to action

If you are a passionate and dedicated early childhood educator who is seeking a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply! This deputy manager position offers a chance to shape the future of young children and to grow within a supportive organisation.