Nursery Deputy Manager

The Little School Daycare are looking to recruit a qualified Deputy Manager to join their friendly nursery team. Our Nursery is safe, spacious and bright which allows the flexibility to cater for the individual needs of the children. Within your role as Nursery Practitioner your purpose will be to provide the highest standard of compliance, care and education for children, and effectively manage daily operations of the nursery, including positive partnerships with management, colleagues and parents,

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times
• Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery
• Assist in managing the acceptance and administration of medication, and ensure care plans are thorough and up-to-date for children or staff with health conditions
• Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources that are appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Promote respect and credibility for this position through effective communication skills, impartiality and consistency
• Inspire staff team with creative ideas and new challenges with aim to achieve outstanding practice
• Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file
• Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and safety and wellbeing of children, staff and families
  
  Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential
• Over 1 year's experience of working in Early Years - Essential
• Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential
• Over 1 year's experience of working in a management position - Desirable
• Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership - Desirable
• Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection to good or outstanding - Desirable
  
  Annual leave starts at 24 days on top of a paid birthday day off and public bank holidays
• Annual pay review to ensure competitive salary
• Team fun days and award events to thank and celebrate our wonderful teams
• 50% off nursery fees for our team member's children and up to 25% for grandchildren/friends/families
• Employee assistance helpline offering confidential counselling and advisory service from qualified and trained experts 24/7, including face to face counselling sessions where needed