Deputy Nursery Manager

Deputy Nursery Manager - £29,120

Skelmanthorpe

Join Our Leadership Team at Nurtured Childcare!

Are you an experienced, inspiring, and ambitious individual looking to make a difference? Nurtured Childcare, an award-winning nursery group, is seeking a Deputy Manager to join our forward-thinking team. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach to childcare and our commitment to our employees.

Why Nurtured Childcare?

• Inclusive Decision-Making: We value our team's input and include them in every step of our decision-making process.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for growth and career progression within our nursery group.
• Employee Wellbeing: Onsite parking, discounted childcare, enhanced annual leave, paid breaks, staff awards events, and additional incentives.
• Supportive Environment: Emotional health, menopause, and neurodivergence ambassadors to support all differing skills and needs.
• Flexible Working Patterns: We have 4 or 5 day shift patterns available
• Paid breaks: 30 minute paid break
• Holidays: 30 days including bank holiday plus a 'Wellness Day' to book for some you time
• Discounted Childcare: We offer discounted places at our nurseries for our staffs children

About the Role:

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Nursery Manager in leading our setting with excellence. You will be responsible for:

• Operations: Ensuring high standards of care, education, and customer service.
• Strategy: Developing and implementing strategies to maximise occupancy and revenue.
• Team Leadership: Supervising and training the team, providing guidance and support.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with nursery policies and procedures.
• Marketing: Supporting the promotion of the nursery to attract new customers.
• Brand Building: Enhancing our brand and reputation, fostering community cohesion and environmental care.
• Creative Opportunities: Supporting exciting extracurricular activities for children, including stay and play, intergenerational care, forest school, and more.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience: Minimum 1 year in early years leadership, you may have been a room leader or team leader previously.
• Knowledge: Understanding of Early Years Legislation and Ofsted.
• Skills: Ability to multitask, prioritise tasks, and proficiency in computer software.
• Education: Level 3 in Childcare & Development Qualification, English GCSE or equivalent
• Desirable: A driver's license.

Join Us:

Be part of a nursery that stands out from the crowd and cares deeply about its employees and the children in its care. Help us create a nurturing and stimulating environment and leave your mark on the early years of those we serve.