Deputy Nursery Manager

Company Overview: The Opportunity Hub UK is currently recruiting for a Deputy Nursery Manager position on behalf of a prestigious childcare provider in London. With a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and fostering a stimulating learning environment, our client strives to ensure that every child reaches their full potential under their care. Job Overview: As Deputy Manager, you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care and learning experiences for children while ensuring a safe and supportive environment. You will work closely with the Nursery Manager to support the team and uphold outstanding practices in accordance with statutory frameworks. Here’s what you’ll be doing: Assuming managerial responsibilities in the absence of the Nursery Manager, ensuring the smooth operation of the setting. Ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and practices to maintain high standards of care and safety. Understanding and implementing safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures effectively. Demonstrating sound knowledge of security procedures related to child drop-off and collection. Ensuring adherence to Data Protection Policy at all times. Description of Duties: Leading, guiding, and supporting the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum across all age ranges. Planning learning objectives for children in line with the EYFS, fostering a stimulating learning environment indoors and outdoors. Developing strategies to improve staff practices and supporting them with training needs. Monitoring planning systems and staff knowledge, ensuring all mandatory paperwork is completed accurately. Facilitating working partnerships with parents/carers and promoting the setting to new and existing families. Supporting staff and children during inspections, implementing required changes as needed. Handling complaints and concerns in a professional manner and supporting the transition process effectively. Human Resources: Providing constructive feedback and delivering staff training to promote professional development. Maintaining clear and accurate records, including staff records and financial data management. Supporting recruitment processes and ensuring a balanced staff team through safe recruitment policies. Ensuring clear communication regarding managerial decisions to all staff members. Conducting staff personal development reviews and supervision when required. Daily Jobs/Paperwork to Oversee: Ensuring adequate staffing levels and adherence to adult-to-child ratios at the start of each day. Overseeing and auditing all required administration and operational plans for effective and safe nursery operation. Here are the skills you’ll need: Preferably a Degree in childcare or minimum NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification. At least 5 years of post-qualifying experience, including 2 years managing and supervising staff in an early years setting. Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum, child protection procedures, and health and safety legislation. Excellent staff management skills with the ability to lead, inspire, guide, and motivate others. Proficiency in IT and computer software for financial purposes, record-keeping, and childcare management. Demonstrable commitment to personal and professional development to enhance performance in the role. Additional Information: All our nurseries are open from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM daily, year-round, except for bank holidays and a week between Christmas and New Year. Staff uniform is provided, and all positions are subject to DBS checks and referencing. Health and Social Care qualifications are not considered full childcare qualifications for nursery staff ratios. Level 2 practitioners will have the opportunity to train up to Level 3. Additional benefits include discounted childcare, full induction with ongoing training and support, health and well-being support, gym membership, free uniform, bike to work scheme, additional day off for birthday, staff inset days, and paid Christmas event. Advantages of Pursuing a Career in this Sector: Joining the childcare sector offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on children’s lives while contributing to their holistic development. It provides a fulfilling career path where dedication, innovation, and enthusiasm are valued traits. Additionally, the sector offers opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth, fostering personal and career development in a supportive environment. By embracing the role of Deputy Manager, you become an essential leader within a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and educational experiences to children, ensuring they thrive and reach their full potential.