Early Years Deputy Manager

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Ware (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Job summary

A Senior Deputy Nursery Manager role is available at Allscreens Nationwide Ltd. The successful candidate will lead and support EYFS delivery, oversee planning and records, and help foster strong partnerships with parents and agencies.

Applicants should hold an NVQ level 3 equivalent in childcare, have experience managing a nursery room or team, and possess safeguarding knowledge; a formal management qualification is desirable.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in childcare and education.
• Experience managing a room or a team within a nursery setting.
• Formal management qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the EYFS, including overseeing planning and record keeping.
• Promote and facilitate partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with Local Authority departments, regulatory bodies and other agencies.
• Stay abreast of developments in childcare policies and practices.
• Assist with maintaining nursery accounts and producing management information.

Skills

People management

Safeguarding knowledge

EYFS understanding

Education

NVQ level 3 equivalent in childcare and education

Job description

Our client is dedicated to providing high-quality care and delivering incredible outcomes for the children in their care.

All of the settings across our client sites are bespoke nurseries are designed to offer exciting, stimulating and engaging spaces for the children in their care to grow and develop in. These environments provide fantastic opportunities for the children in our care to explore, play and learn.

This working environment provides all of their team members with a warm, positive and friendly atmosphere.

Our client is looking to recruit a Senior Deputy Manager.

Senior Deputy Nursery Manager – 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 sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• A thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Senior Deputy Nursery Manager – Key Responsibilities

• To 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 Include:

• Genuine opportunities for career progression