Nursery Deputy Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Training access

Childcare discount 60%

Enhanced parental leave

Health & wellbeing

Rewards & recognition

Refer-a-friend bonus

Birthday off

Job summary

Flow Recruitment in the United Kingdom is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to lead a nursery setting with a warm, supportive atmosphere. You will oversee EYFS planning, staff supervision, and partnerships with parents to drive excellent outcomes for children.

The role offers strong career progression, access to training, and a generous 60% childcare discount, along with enhanced leave and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a childcare and education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3.
• Previous experience managing a room or team within a nursery setting is required.
• Current First Aid qualification is required; EYFS and safeguarding knowledge are essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Team leadership

First Aid

Parental engagement

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education

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
• a supportive health and wellbeing programme
• rewards and recognition
• a refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• 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.

• childcare and education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3
• previous experience managing a room or team within a nursery setting
• formal management qualification desirable but not essential
• current First Aid qualification
• 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