Nursery Deputy Manager

Flow Recruitment Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60% childcare discount

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Health and wellbeing programme

Rewards and recognition

Refer-a-friend bonus

Birthday off

Career progression and professional培训

Job summary

Flow Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for a Deputy Nursery Manager in the United Kingdom. The role offers a warm, supportive environment with generous benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

You will lead in EYFS implementation, planning and safeguarding, while building strong partnerships with parents and local authorities. A NVQ3 in childcare, First Aid, and safeguarding knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Childcare and education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3.
• Experience managing a room or team within a nursery setting.
• First Aid qualification is required.
• Solid understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Thorough safeguarding procedures knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the EYFS in daily practice.
• Oversee planning and record-keeping for the nursery.
• Promote strong partnerships with parents and carers.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with local authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Stay updated with current childcare policy developments.
• Assist with nursery accounts and financial processes as needed.
• Prepare for staff and parent meetings and contribute to records.

Skills

Leadership experience

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Parent communication

Education

NVQ level 3 in childcare and education

First Aid certification

Understanding of EYFS requirements

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.