Nursery Deputy Manager

Additional Resources Ltd; West Wickham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected childcare provider in West Wickham is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager to support the team in delivering high-quality childcare and education. The role includes leading staff, ensuring safety standards, and engaging with families. Ideal candidates will have experience in early years roles and hold a Level 3 qualification. This part-time position offers a salary of £28,900 - £30,600 for 30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Previously worked in a similar role.
• Current Paediatric First Aid and Food Safety qualifications or willingness to complete.
• Experienced in early years pedagogy and child development.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery and deputise for the Manager when needed.
• Lead staff to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
• Safeguard children and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Experience in a senior or supervisory early years role

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework

Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities

Education

Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join a respected childcare provider focused on creating homely, nurturing environments where children can thrive through curiosity-led, play-based learning.

As a Deputy Nursery Manager, you will be supporting the Nursery Manager in leading the team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality childcare and education while maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding and wellbeing.

This is a pat-time role offering benefits and a pro-rate salary range of £28,900 - £30,600 working 30 hours a week.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your early years career!

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Responsibilities

• Supporting the day-to-day running of the nursery and deputising for the Manager when required
• Leading and inspiring staff to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences
• Safeguarding children and ensuring compliance with policies, procedures and statutory frameworks
• Overseeing health, safety and hygiene standards across the setting
• Monitoring staff performance, supporting training and professional development
• Maintaining accurate child development records and ensuring effective communication with parents and carers
• Building strong partnerships with families and external professionals
• Ensuring the nursery environment is stimulating, diverse and reflective of all children's needs

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Nursery Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, Nursery Practitioner, Assistant Nursery Manager, Room Leader or in a similar role
• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Experience in a senior or supervisory early years role
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Current Paediatric First Aid and Food Safety qualifications (or willingness to complete)
• Experienced in early years pedagogy and child development, supported by research and training
• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities, ideally as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputy DSL

Shift

Monday-Friday: 11.30am - 6.00pm

Additional Information

Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.