Early Years Deputy Manager

Flow Recruitment Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare recruitment agency in Harrogate is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to support the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage and to manage nursery operations. Candidates should have a childcare qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3, team management experience, and a current First Aid certification. The role includes training opportunities, a pension scheme, and a 60% childcare discount.

Benefits

Genuine opportunities for career progression

Access to professional training

Pension scheme

60% childcare discount

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Rewards and recognition

Refer a friend Bonus Scheme

Birthday off

Health & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• A childcare and education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3.
• Experience managing a room or team in a nursery setting.
• Current First Aid qualification required.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of EYFS, including planning and record keeping.
• Promote partnerships with parents/carers.
• Develop relationships with Local Authority and regulatory bodies.
• Stay updated on childcare policies and practices.
• Assist the Manager with nursery accounts.
• Help prepare regular meetings and events.

Skills

Childcare and education qualification

Team management experience

First Aid qualification

Understanding of EYFS

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Education

NVQ level 3 in Childcare

Formal management qualification (desirable)

Job description

Overview

Our client is dedicated to providing high-quality care and delivering incredible outcomes for the children in their care. All of the settings across our client sites are bespoke nurseries designed to offer exciting, stimulating and engaging spaces for the children to grow and develop. These environments provide a warm, positive and friendly atmosphere for all team members.

Role

Deputy Nursery Manager

Qualifications & Experience

• A childcare and education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3
• Previous experience of managing a room or team within a nursery setting
• A formal management qualification is desirable although not essential
• A current First Aid qualification
• A sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• A thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Key Responsibilities

• To support the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage, including overseeing planning and record keeping
• Promote and facilitate partnership with parents/carers and other family members
• Support with the development of and maintaining highly professional working relationships with relevant Local Authority departments, regulatory bodies and other agencies
• Remain abreast of current developments in childcare and education policies and practices
• Assist the Manager with maintaining accurate accounts for the nursery and produce management information in accordance with company procedures
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of regular staff, planning and parent meetings and other events

Benefits

• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Access to professional training
• Pension scheme
• 60% childcare discount
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Rewards and recognition
• Refer a friend Bonus Scheme
• Birthday off
• Health & wellbeing support