Nursery Deputy Manager
- Annual Salary: £33,500 - £35,000
- Location: West Sussex
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a dedicated Nursery Deputy Manager to join our Ofsted rated Good, independent childcare provider. We are committed to offering the highest level of care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our mission is to nurture and educate the children in our care, as they are the future changemakers of our world. We are looking for a Deputy Manager who can teach within our preschool room (3-5 year olds)
Day to Day of the role:
- Uphold and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, maintaining high standards within the nursery to meet EYFS requirements.
- Provide leadership and support to nursery staff, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the welfare of all children.
- Foster positive relationships with parents, carers, and outside agencies.
- Contribute to staff training, recruitment, and development initiatives.
- Assist with administrative duties to ensure regulatory compliance and smooth nursery operations.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Previous experience in an Ofsted rated Good nursery, or within a management structure in an Ofsted Good or above rated nursery.
- Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent
- At least 2 years' experience in a senior role within a nursery/preschool setting.
- Approachable, empathetic, calm, and self-motivated individual with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
- Strong understanding of the EYFS and current Early Years Inspection Framework.
- Thorough knowledge of child safeguarding and welfare.
- Full-time availability, 40 hours per week across 5 days.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary up to £35,000 with a possible signing-on bonus.
- Annual performance-related bonus.
- Personal and professional growth opportunities with Leadership Coaching Programmes.
- Progressive and generous salaries with annual pay review.
- Employers Pension Scheme.
The Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appropriate criminal record checks will be undertaken by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
To apply for this Nursery Deputy Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and passion for early years education.