Deputy Nursery Manager in Tonbridge

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to support the Manager in the daily operations of a beautiful nursery in the Kent area. The ideal candidate will possess strong management and leadership skills, with a genuine passion for early childhood education and working with children. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a nurturing environment where children can thrive, while supporting the management team in delivering high-quality childcare services. The Deputy Manager will play a vital role in ensuring smooth nursery operations, maintaining compliance with regulations, and fostering a positive atmosphere for both staff and children.

Duties

• Assist the Manager in overseeing the daily running of the nursery
• Support staff in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for children
• Lead by example in maintaining high standards of childcare, safety, and hygiene
• Supervise and mentor team members, providing guidance and support to ensure effective teamwork
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies regarding children's progress and centre policies
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures relating to early childhood education and childcare
• Organise staff rotas, training sessions, and ongoing professional development programmes
• Assist in managing administrative tasks such as record keeping, reporting, and budgeting
• Support recruitment processes by participating in interviews and onboarding new staff members
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of care provided

Qualifications, training and experience:

• CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS.
• Knowledge of the new Ofsted inspection framework.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to targets and deadlines.
• Good time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong management/leadership skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of equal opportunities / SENCO etc.
• Previous relevant management experience.

All successful applicants will be required to have an Enhanced DBS carried out.

As a specialist Childcare agency, we believe that we can only be as successful as our candidates and employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every candidate who registers with us and value all the work carried out by our team.