Nursery Deputy Manager / SENCO

Little Elms Daycare; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run nursery group is seeking a skilled Deputy Manager for their Greenwich location. The role involves supporting the Nursery Manager, ensuring a safe and enriching environment for children while leading a dedicated team. Candidates should possess at least 1 year of leadership experience and a Level 3 qualification in Early Years childcare. Competitive salary of up to £39,000 per annum, along with generous benefits including a £1,000 welcome bonus and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

£1000 New Starter Welcome bonus

Excellent rates of pay

Free daily lunch

Childcare discount

Service recognition awards

Support for higher qualifications

Qualifications

• At least 1 years’ experience in a Leadership role or equivalent.
• Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare.
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in daily operations.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for children.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to staff.

Skills

Leadership experience

Level 3 qualification in Early Years childcare

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Excellent communication skills

Initiative

Passion for child interaction

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years childcare

Job description

Description

Job description

We are a leading family run group of 11 established Nurseries across South London, since opening back in 2009. Little Elms has had the pleasure in supporting numerous employees grow from strength to strength, both personally and professionally, changing roles and locations in order to meet personal and professional goals. We create a culture of staff appreciation, supporting each other EVERY day by recognizing teams as our most valued asset.

We continuously look for new ways to reward our Little Elms employees. From ongoing additions to our benefits package (including our quarterly bonuses) to introducing a whole new wellness programme, we want everyone to enjoy their time at work, as well as being happy in their personal life.

About the Deputy Manager role

We are currently looking for a skilled, experienced and motivated Deputy Manager for our beautiful nursery in Greenwich. This is an ideal opportunity for a Senior Room Manager to take the next step in their career or a current Deputy looking to take on a new exciting role. The day-to-day role will include supporting the Nursery Manager in the overall running of the Nursery, whilst providing and ensuring a safe, stimulating and educational environment for the children and staff.

Our Nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas.

You can earn up to £39,000 per annum, depending on experience, working 40 hours per week.

Deputy Manager qualifications

• At least 1 years’ experience in a Leadership role or equivalent
• Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children
• Coaching & mentoring abilities

Little Elms amazing benefits for you

£1000 New Starter Welcome bonus!!!

• Excellent rates of pay.
• Service recognition awards – get an extra day’s annual leave, for each year worked.
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

Free, hot daily lunch prepared by our Skilled Nursery Chefs each day you work.

Generous Childcare discount.

Support to gain higher qualifications

• Internal promotion opportunities across all of our 10 Nurseries.
• Free Uniform.

New starter goody bag

• Fantastic transport links.

Things you need to know

• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references.
• The successful candidate will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• The welcome bonus will be paid in two instalments. £500 will be paid in the first salary payment after joining, then another £500 upon completion of probation (6 months, unless extended). The welcome bonus will be subject to normal Tax & NI deductions.

Key Responsibilities

We are currently for a skilled and experienced Nursery Practitioner to be based in our Greenwich Nursery. The nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas.

You can earn up to £39,000 per annum, depending on experience, working Full time (40 hours per week) – 4 days a week.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 1 years’ experience in a Nursery Practitioner role or equivalent
• Level 2 / 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children

Little Elms is an established nursery that aims to provide the highest standards of care for children aged between 3 months and 5 years.

A family-run business, we believe that a fun and a caring environment is crucial to happy and healthy development.

Our nurseries offer state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious rooms indoors with fabulous outdoor areas. Our experienced and motivated team provides a stimulating yet safe environment for creative play. Little Elms takes pride in being a friendly setting in which each child’s physical, emotional and developmental needs are met. Every child is special and is encouraged to achieve his or her full potential in the precious pre-school years.

Established in 2009, we have 11 nurseries across South London.