Senior Nursery Leader - Support Manager & EYFS Excellence

UCM Recruitment; Harrow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UCM Education is seeking an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager in Harrow to support the day-to-day running of a welcoming nursery. The role offers leadership over the Early Years team and close collaboration with the Nursery Manager to maintain high standards of care.

The right candidate will have a Level 3 EYFS qualification or equivalent, strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding experience and excellent communication and organisational skills to lead a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Experience in management, supervisory or leadership within a nursery setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding and child development.
• Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with day-to-day running and management of the nursery.
• Provide effective leadership, guidance and support to the Early Years team.
• Delegate responsibilities and help ensure smooth operation of the setting.
• Support planning and delivery of high-quality Early Years provision in line with EYFS.
• Monitor children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Support staff development, teamwork and high standards of professional practice.
• Maintain safeguarding, health and safety and compliance standards.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Assist with nursery administration, policies and procedures.
• Support the Nursery Manager with development and improvement of the setting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Safeguarding

Health and Safety

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

UCM Education is seeking an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager in Harrow to support the day-to-day running of a welcoming nursery. The role offers leadership over the Early Years team and close collaboration with the Nursery Manager to maintain high standards of care.

The right candidate will have a Level 3 EYFS qualification or equivalent, strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding experience and excellent communication and organisational skills to lead a dedicated team.