Nursery Deputy Manager

Flow Recruitment Ltd; Amersham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Professional training

Childcare discount 60%

Maternity/Paternity leave

Health & wellbeing programme

Rewards & recognition

Refer-a-friend bonus

Birthday off

Job summary

Flow Recruitment Ltd seeks a Deputy Nursery Manager for a vibrant UK childcare setting. You will support the EYFS framework, oversee planning and record-keeping, and help build strong partnerships with parents and carers. The role offers a warm, supportive team and opportunities to progress within the company.

You will also liaise with local authorities and regulatory bodies, stay informed on childcare policy updates, and contribute to nursery accounts and meetings with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 equivalent childcare and education qualification.
• Previous experience managing a room or team within a nursery setting.
• Current First Aid qualification.
• Sound understanding of EYFS and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the EYFS.
• Oversee planning and record-keeping.
• Promote partnerships with parents and carers.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with local authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Stay updated with current childcare and education policies.
• Assist with nursery accounts.
• Prepare for staff and parent meetings.

Education

NVQ level 3 equivalent childcare and education qualification

Job description

Imagine working in an environment where your passion for childcare and education is not only recognised but celebrated. Our client, renowned for their commitment to high-quality care and exceptional outcomes for children, offers a unique setting where both children and staff thrive. Each bespoke nursery is designed to create stimulating, engaging spaces that foster growth and development, providing an ideal backdrop for your professional journey.

As a Deputy Nursery Manager, you will step into a role that promises a warm, positive, and friendly atmosphere. This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to make a significant impact on young lives while advancing your career. The benefits are extensive, including genuine career progression, access to professional training, a generous 60% childcare discount, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, and a supportive health and wellbeing programme. Additionally, enjoy rewards and recognition, a refer-a-friend bonus scheme, and even your birthday off.

• genuine career progression


• access to professional training


• a generous 60% childcare discount


• enhanced maternity/paternity leave


• a supportive health and wellbeing programme


• enjoy rewards and recognition


• a refer-a-friend bonus scheme


• even your birthday off

Candidates should possess a childcare and education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3, along with previous experience managing a room or team within a nursery setting. While a formal management qualification is desirable, it is not essential. A current First Aid qualification, a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures are required.

• a childcare and education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3


• previous experience managing a room or team within a nursery setting


• While a formal management qualification is desirable, it is not essential.


• a current First Aid qualification


• a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)


• thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures

In this role, you will support the implementation of the EYFS, oversee planning and record-keeping, and promote partnerships with parents and carers. You will also develop and maintain professional relationships with local authorities, regulatory bodies, and other agencies. Staying updated with current developments in childcare and education policies, assisting with nursery accounts, and preparing for staff and parent meetings are key responsibilities.

• support the implementation of the EYFS


• oversee planning and record-keeping


• promote partnerships with parents and carers


• develop and maintain professional relationships with local authorities, regulatory bodies, and other agencies


• stay updated with current developments in childcare and education policies


• assist with nursery accounts


• prepare for staff and parent meetings

Take the next step in your career with a role that offers not just professional growth but a chance to be part of a nurturing community.