Experienced Nursery Deputy Manager

Banana Moon Day Nurseries; St Albans; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in St Albans is looking for an Experienced Nursery Deputy Manager to oversee daily operations and support high-quality early years education. The role requires significant supervisory experience and strong leadership skills in a nursery setting. Key responsibilities include managing staff, implementing the EYFS framework, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Benefits include professional development and discounted childcare. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification, with Level 5 preferred, and a commitment to safeguarding children.

Benefits

Yearly Award Ceremony

Continuous Professional Development

Discounted Childcare

On-site Free Parking

Employee of the Month

On-site Wellbeing Champion

Bespoke Banana Moon curriculum

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a nursery.
• Extensive knowledge of the EYFS framework and current early years legislation.
• DBS check and relevant safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursery Manager in overall management and operation of the nursery.
• Support staff through training and mentoring.
• Implement the EYFS framework effectively.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Level 5 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Banana Moon Day Nurseries is excited to announce an opportunity for an Experienced Nursery Deputy Manager to join our dedicated team. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the Nursery Manager to deliver high-quality early years education and care in a stimulating and nurturing environment.

In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring that every child receives an outstanding experience every day. Your passion for early childhood education, combined with your leadership skills, will help to inspire and guide our staff team in providing excellent care and education.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursery Manager in the overall management and operation of the nursery.
• Support staff through training and mentoring, encouraging continuous professional development.
• Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework effectively, ensuring a child-centered approach.
• Monitor children's development and progress, maintaining accurate records and assessments.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and nursery policies.
• Build strong relationships with parents and families, providing regular updates on their children's progress and development.
• Foster a happy, safe, and supportive environment for both children and staff.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record in early years education, particularly in a managerial or leadership role. You should exhibit exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, along with a strong commitment to providing the highest standards of care and education.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent; Level 5 or above is preferred.
• Significant experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a nursery environment.
• Extensive knowledge of the EYFS framework and current early years legislation.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• DBS check and relevant safeguarding training.

Benefits

As part of the Banana Moon family, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits that support your wellbeing, development, and work–life balance:

• Yearly Award Ceremony– celebrating outstanding team contributions.
• Continuous Professional Development– grow your skills and knowledge.
• Discounted Childcare– priority care for your own little ones, so you can focus on your career.
• On-site Free Parking– convenient and stress-free.
• Employee of the Month– Celebrating our team’s commitment and recognising the hard work of our team.
• On-site Wellbeing Champion– supporting staff mental health
• Our own bespoke Banana Moon curriculum– our bespoke Early learning and Development programme is amazing and fully focuses on the children, parents and staff. Our ELDP has removed most of the paperwork so the staff team can focus on quality interactions and teaching with the children!