*NURSERY DEPUTY MANAGER - VILLAGE NURSERY- LEES*

TN United Kingdom; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Deputy Manager to join a vibrant nursery in Lees. This role involves supporting the management team, ensuring high-quality care, and being a positive role model for staff. You will be responsible for the daily running of the nursery, managing staff levels, and preparing for inspections. If you are enthusiastic and dedicated to early childhood education, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 in Childcare or higher.
• Previous management experience in a nursery environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with managers and support the management team.
• Ensure nursery meets Early Years Foundation Stage standards.
• Prepare for Ofsted inspections and implement recommendations.

Skills

Management Skills

Childcare Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Level 3 in Childcare

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Client:

MIChild Group

Location:

Lees, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Nursery Deputy Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the MiChild group. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Deputy Manager to work at our beautiful Village Nursery, based in Lees, Oldham.

Role and Responsibilities

• Liaise with the managers daily.
• Split time equally between room-based and office-based work to support the management team.
• Work as part of the nursery team.
• Drive quality within all rooms and role model outstanding practice daily.
• Make decisions on the day-to-day running of the nursery in the absence of a Manager.
• Follow all nursery administrative procedures.
• Be a positive role model to staff throughout the nursery.
• Have thorough knowledge of nursery policies and procedures.
• Assist in staff training within the nursery.
• Manage staffing levels and deploy staff as needed when the Manager is absent.
• Attend management team meetings.
• Be flexible with shifts and stay behind if necessary to cover staff sickness.
• Perform fire checks, read meters, conduct risk assessments, and maintain housekeeping.
• Ensure the nursery meets the standards set by the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Monitor safeguarding issues following local authority procedures.
• Prepare for Ofsted inspections and implement recommendations to achieve at least a good grade.

Requirements

• Level 3 in Childcare or higher.
• Previous management experience in a nursery environment.
• Enthusiasm, professionalism, and creativity.