At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a nurturing environment for children and support your team in delivering exceptional care.
- Company: Join First Place Day Nursery, a certified Great Place to Work.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and fantastic employee perks.
- Other info: Be part of a passionate team dedicated to inspiring young minds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in childcare leadership.
The predicted salary is between 20 - 20 £ per hour.
First Place Day Nursery in Beaconsfield is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.
Some of the reasons you will love working at First Place:
- Beautiful brand-new, purpose-built nursery designed to give children the very best start in life.
- Each age group has its own dedicated garden with direct outdoor access, creating plenty of opportunities for fresh air, exploration and outdoor play throughout the day.
- Regular trips to the nearby park and exciting Forest School experiences that encourage children to discover, explore and build confidence in the great outdoors.
- Growing and baking experience where children can plant, nurture and harvest their own fruit, vegetables and herbs.
About Our Nursery:
At our beautiful Beaconsfield nursery, you'll become part of a friendly and supportive team that is passionate about giving children the very best start in life. We have created a warm, home from home environment where children feel happy, confident and excited to learn every day. Located in the lovely Wilton Park development, our nursery is surrounded by green space and offers children plenty of opportunities to explore the outdoors.
What will you be doing:
- Create an environment that supports the individual needs of all children.
- Maintain systems to monitor, evaluate and improve the quality of our childcare practices.
- Maintain effective methods of communication with children, staff, parents, and carers.
- Maintain open and positive working relationships with staff.
- Ensure that practices and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Assist in agreeing and reviewing individual targets with staff.
- Assume playroom and additional management responsibilities when required.
- Keep costs in line with the agreed budgets.
What we're looking for:
- A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Third in Charge or an experienced Room Leader looking for the next step.
- A strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development.
- Experience supporting, coaching and developing colleagues to reach their full potential.
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills with children, families and your team.
- A positive, organised and proactive approach with the confidence to support the Nursery Manager in the day to day running of the nursery.
- A genuine passion for creating exceptional experiences for children every single day.
Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits:
- Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks.
- Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks.
- Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid.
- Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid.
- Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid.
- Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you.
- The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service.
Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit.
Nursery - Deputy Manager employer: Grandir UK
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery, part of Grandir UK, is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and growth of both its staff and the children they care for. Located in Chelmsford, the nursery offers flexible working hours, generous leave, and a childcare discount, fostering a supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional development. Join us to make a meaningful impact in early education while enjoying a rewarding career in a nurturing environment.
