Junior Deputy Manager

We are looking for a superstar leader to work alongside our Nursery Manager to be the nursery Junior Deputy Manager.

Key Responsibilities: 

• To oversee the efficient and safe running of the nurseries and support the Room Leaders ensuring they too are managing their Base Rooms appropriately.
• To provide guidance and leadership to other members of the team particularly with planning, welfare of children, safeguarding, health and safety and team work.
• To assist in co-ordinating rotas, deployment, lunches etc whilst maintaining staff:child ratios at all times.
• To undertake objective setting, annual appraisals and termly reviews in conjunction with the Nursery Manager.
• To provide coaching, supervision and career guidance and advice to team members.
• To contribute to the induction process for new and promoted staff.
• To contribute to the settling-in process for new and transition children.
• To develop strong partnerships with parents, colleagues, children and external support services.
• To develop plans for base room and Nursery, staying abreast of changes in legislation and best practice.
• To assist in the day to day operational running the Nursery whilst maintaining a strong focus on childcare in own base room – manages effectively the Nursery in the Nursery Manager’s absence.

Self-Management:

• Attends training courses to further personal development.
• Performs any ad hoc duties as required.
• Actively contributes and participates as part of the team, attending team meetings and other events.
• Is mindful of personal safety and safety of colleagues.
• Assists the Nursery Manager with initiatives that directly benefit the Nursery

Skills, Knowledge, Experience:

Essential to role

• Minimum 2 years experience in childcare leadership such as Room Leader ot Third In Charge 
• Minimum Level 3 or equivalent
• Relevant childcare qualifications in accordance with OFSTED guidelines
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of legislation including EYFS
• Empathetic, caring and friendly

Desirable to role

• A higher Early Year’s qualification or willing to study a management or leadership qualification
• Full understanding and working knowledge of managing budgets, invoicing and payroll
• Experience of SEND