Nursery Deputy Manager

Flow Recruitment Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Manager for a nursery in Wigan. This role involves supporting the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage and fostering partnerships with parents. Candidates should possess a childcare qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3, along with prior experience in a nursery management role. The position offers career progression opportunities and various benefits including childcare discounts and health support.

Benefits

Genuine career progression opportunities

Professional training access

Pension scheme

60% childcare discount

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Rewards and recognition

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Birthday off

Health & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Childcare and education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3 required.
• Previous management experience in a nursery setting is essential.
• Current First Aid qualification needed.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of Early Years Foundation Stage and oversee planning.
• Promote partnerships with parents and family members.
• Maintain professional relationships with Local Authority and other agencies.

Skills

Childcare and education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3

Experience managing a room or team

Current First Aid qualification

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Education

Formal management qualification

Job description

Overview

Our client is dedicated to providing high-quality care and delivering incredible outcomes for the children in their care. All settings across our client sites are bespoke nurseries designed to offer exciting, stimulating and engaging spaces for children to grow and develop. These environments provide a warm, positive and friendly atmosphere for the team.

They are looking to recruit a Deputy Manager for their nursery.

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 current First Aid qualification
• A sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• A thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Key Responsibilities

• 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

• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Access to professional training
• Pension scheme
• 60% childcare discount
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Rewards and recognition
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Birthday off
• Health & wellbeing support