About the role:
A Nursery Deputy Manager plays a key role in supporting the Nursery Manager to oversee the daily operations of a nursery or childcare setting. They ensure that the nursery provides a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for children.
What does the role involve?
1. Responsible for overseeing a unit and assisting specialists in the nursery, such as Behaviour management representatives, SENCo, H&S rep, Equal opportunities etc
2. Ensure that suitable opportunities, activities and resources are provided for all the children relevant to their age/stage and development needs to the requirements of external organisations
3. Communicate with parents to ensure that all fees are paid and that parents are satisfied with the provision of care provided. You will also know how to operate a fees system including invoicing, collecting money, banking and reporting on financial targets
4. Ensure that all staff are supported in their training and development and their job satisfaction
5. Ensure that all staff are mentored /coached appropriately
6. Support the Nursery Manager and to manage the setting in Managers absence
7. To be committed to the safeguarding of all children in the nursery and your direct care
What are we looking for?
8. A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required
9. Experience in a leadership or supervisory role
10. Strong knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted regulations
11. Proven experience managing teams and working closely with parents