Deputy Nursery Manager

About Us: Precious Kids Childcare Ltd is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. We are passionate about supporting each child's development and creating a space where they can thrive. Join our expanding team and help us maintain our high standards of care and education. Your leadership and passion for early years education will help shape the futures of the children in our care.

Role Overview: We are seeking a friendly, approachable, and organized Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of our wonderful nursery. You will need to work opposite shifts to the Nursery Manager, being responsible for either the opening and/or closing of the nursery and providing room-based support. Successful candidates will have a Level 3 or above in Childcare and experience as a Deputy Manager or Senior Practitioner or Room leader within a nursery management team.

Responsible For: Room leaders, Nursery Nurses, Nursery Assistants, Apprentices, Cooks, Cleaners, Students and Volunteers

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Nursery Manager in the effective daily management of the nursery, ensuring all Company Policies, Procedures, Statutory Welfare Requirements, and Ofsted expectations are maintained.

• Be a role model to the staff team, showcasing high-quality practice with children and addressing staff and parent issues as they arise.

• Act as a Designated Safeguarding Person in the absence of the DSL within the setting, dealing with and supporting any issues.

• Work alongside the Nursery Manager to lead the nursery to achieve an Outstanding grading with Ofsted.

• Play an active role in developing and completing a rigorous action plan that supports the nursery’s growth and improvement areas.

• Support the future occupancy levels by making appropriate staffing decisions in collaboration with the Nursery Manager.

• Mentor and lead the staff team, promoting continued professional development and employee engagement.

• Promote equality and diversity, and uphold an inclusive practice and equal opportunities policy within the nursery.

Childcare Responsibilities:

• Lead on quality aspects of the nursery, including environments, learning and development, and online Learning Journals.

• Ensure all practitioners have a sound awareness of the Safeguarding Policy and their role in safeguarding children.

• Plan and implement activities that promote children's development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

• Oversee planning and children’s developmental records to ensure they reflect individual progress and are up to date.

• Ensure effective communication with staff and families through various means, including newsletters, parents' evenings, and settling-in sessions.

• Support on aspects of inclusive practice, behaviour management, and special educational needs.

Environmental Responsibilities:

• Ensure Health & Safety Policies and Procedures are adhered to, conducting daily checks and completing risk assessments.

• Maintain a safe and hygienic environment for children, staff, and visitors, raising any maintenance concerns promptly.

• Develop an enabling environment that is child-led, using both indoor and outdoor spaces effectively.

Sustainability and General Responsibilities:

• Understand and support the nursery’s financial sustainability, including marketing and managing waiting lists.

• Provide excellent customer service to all visitors.

• Maintain job knowledge through training and professional development.

Experience:

• Nursery management: 1 year (preferred)

• Room leader

Work Location: In person