Deputy Nursery Manager

Job Summary
Are you passionate about working with young children and helping them learn and grow? We are recruiting for a friendly and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager in the London area.

In this role, you will create a warm, nurturing environment that feels like home and take pride in building strong partnerships with staff, parents, and the children in your care. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Deputy Manager who has a drive to offer excellence and is passionate about making a difference to children's early childhood.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent, and visitor at all times.
• Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery.
• Assist in managing the acceptance and administration of medication and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date for children or staff with health conditions.
• Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources that are appropriate to their age and stage of development.
• Promote respect and credibility for this position through effective communication skills, impartiality, and consistency.
• Inspire staff team with creative ideas and new challenges with aim to achieve outstanding practice
• Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families.

Requirements

• Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification
• Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements
• Over 1 year of management experience

Benefits

• Annual leave starting at 24 days per year plus bank holidays.
• Paid day off for your birthday.
• Reduced nursery fees.
• Exclusive discount platform
• Learning and development opportunities.