Reports to: Nursery Manager

Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a Deputy Nursery Manager. Reporting directly to the nursery manager, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high standards of learning, development, and care for children aged 0–5 years. The Deputy Nursery Manager will also be responsible for deputizing in the absence of the Nursery Manager, supervising and appraising nursery staff, and ensuring a safe environment for all.

Main Responsibilities:

Purpose of post

Ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted

Work under the direction of the Manager and deputise for him/her as and when required

Supports the aims and objectives of the nursery and assist the Manager in the organisation of a high-quality establishment for children from birth to five/eight/twelve years

Provide high standards of care and early learning, including monitoring and reviewing provision and provide a safe, caring environment to enable the personal, emotional, social and educational development of children, through individual attention and group activities

Supports the team to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop

Directed and support staff as agreed by the Manager.

Responsible to: Nursery Manager

Main duties

Follow the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure and ensure all team members are able to do the same

Promote the aims and objectives of the nursery

Promote the high standards of the nursery at all times to parents, staff and visitors

Assist the Manager in showing parents around the nursery facilities and sending out information to prospective families

Ensure the provision of high standards of physical, personal, social and emotional care

Lead a team of professional workers and ensure good practice at all times

Assist the Manager in setting and implementing objectives and policy for the nursery

Assist with planning and organising staffing schedules and holiday rotas to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained in accordance with regulatory body guidelines and nursery procedures

Assist with implementing administrative procedures such as registration, place allocation, and other related matters

Assist with developing and implementing systems to monitor and record child development

Assist with preparing and maintaining materials and equipment

Beb responsible for the health and safety standards appropriate for the needs of young children and ensure staff compliance and awareness

Ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times

Provide a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children regardless of any disabilities, family backgrounds or medical history

Support all team members with the early identification and intervention for children with possible additional needs and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate

Ensure confidentiality of all information received and shared

Assist with staff development and training

Support an effective interview and selection process, as required

Fully support the induction of new team members

Support the appropriate supervision meetings/processes in conjunction with the Manager

Feed into appraisals, target setting and nursery operations as deemed appropriate by the Manager

Attend nursery management meetings and report appropriate information back to the wider team

Assist the Manager in supervising training of students ono placement within the nursery

Liaise with parents, other family members and staff to help ensure that the particular needs of children are met and that parental choice is considered in terms of care given

Liaise with outside agencies as required

Assist the Manager with the efficient upkeep and maintenance of the building and grounds, stock of equipment, furnishings and fittings

Maintain staff awareness of fire evacuation procedures in accordance with the fire safety policy

Be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, planning meetings, monthly staff meetings, parents evening, fundraising events etc.

Undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time-to-time by the Manager.

Person Specification:

• Education and Qualifications:
  • Minimum Level 3 qualification in the Children and Young Peoples Workforce or equivalent.
  • Food Hygiene Certificate.
  • Pediatric first aid.
• Experience/Knowledge:
  • Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance.
  • At least one year’s recent relevant experience (two or more years is desirable).
  • Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good-quality learning opportunities.
• Skills and attributes:
  • Empathy and understanding of children under five.
  • Excellent verbal and communication skills with children and parents.
  • Ability to write reports and maintain clear and accurate records.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Administrative and basic IT skills.
  • Calm and caring nature.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on their own initiative.
• Personal Qualities:
  • Reliable, enthusiastic, and flexible.
  • A commitment to quality in all areas, with a high level of motivation and enthusiasm.
  • Able to perform under stress.
  • A creative thinker.
  • A good sense of humor.

If you possess the qualifications, experience, and qualities outlined above, we invite you to apply for the position of Deputy Nursery Manager and join our dedicated team in delivering exceptional childcare and education.