Nursery Deputy Manager

Flow Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Job summary

Flow Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Senior Deputy Nursery Manager to support the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage, oversee planning and record keeping, and promote strong partnerships with parents and carers. The role requires prior nursery management experience, a solid EYFS understanding, and safeguarding knowledge.

You will assist with management information and staff communications to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 childcare and education qualification or equivalent.
• Experience managing a room or team in a nursery.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures.
• Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the EYFS, including overseeing planning and record keeping.
• Promote partnerships with parents/carers and families.
• Develop professional relationships with Local Authority departments and regulatory bodies.
• Stay informed on childcare policy and practice developments.
• Assist with nursery accounts and management information per company procedures.
• Assist with staff meetings, planning, and parent meetings.

Skills

Leadership experience

Childcare management

Safeguarding procedures

EYFS knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education

Job description

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 are designed to offer exciting, stimulating and engaging spaces for the children in their care to grow and develop in. These environments provide fantastic opportunities for the children in our care to explore, play and learn.

This working environment provides all of their team members with a warm, positive and friendly atmosphere.

Our client is looking to recruit a Senior Deputy Manager.

Senior 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 sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• A thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Senior Deputy Nursery Manager – 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 Include:

• Genuine opportunities for career progression