About the role
Nursery Deputy Manager
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and dedicated Deputy Manager to join our friendly and passionate nursery team based in Westoning, Bedfordshire.
The successful candiate will work closely with the Nursery Manager and wider leadership team to support the day to day running of the nursery, ensuring that all children recieve high quality care, are kept safe and enjoy rich, stimulating experiences that support individual learning and development. You will play an important role in leading and supporting our nursery team, promoting a positive and welcoming environment where children, families and staff feel valued and supported.
Our nursery in Westoning provides a warm, welcoming and nurturing environment where children can feel safe, confident and excited to learn. With dedicated spaces for children to explore, play and develop we aim to provide engaging experiences that inspire curiosity, independence and a lifel long love of learning.
About You
The ideal candidate will
Have revious experience working in an early years setting, ideally in a senior or leadership role
Be qualified to Level 3 and above.
Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
Posses strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
Be confident in supporting and motivating a team of early years educators
Have a storn understanding of safeguarding and the importance of keeping children safe
Support inclusive practice and ensure that all the needs of the children are met
Work closely witht he Nursery Manager to maintain and continually improve standards across the setting
Be confident supporting staff with their practice, development and understanding of nursery policies and procedures
Buidl positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and external professionals
Be a positive role model who brings energy, enthusiasm and a can-do attitude to the nursery everyday.
Your Role
Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you will halp ensure the smooth and eefective running of the nursery and provide support and guidance to the team.
You will have the opportunity to:
Support the Nursery Manager
Lead and Motivate staff, promoting team work and positive working relationships
Help maintain a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children
Support high quality planning, observations and assessments in line with the EYFS
Encourage excellant practice and help identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Support safeguarding procedures and ensure policies and procedures are followed continuously
Assist with staff supervison, training and development
Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
Support the nursery during inspections and contribute to implementing any reccomendations
Step into the Managers role when required provided confident leadership and continuity for the team.
Hours of work
Monday to Friday 7.30am - 6pm on a year round basis.
Benefits
We value and support our staff and offer a range of excellant benefits including:
Private and Healthcare Plan
20% discount on nursery fees for staff parents
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
No weekend or bank holiday working
Unifrom supplied
Bespoke in house bonus and incentive scheme.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and shortlisted candidates will be asked to share any relevant criminal history prior to interview.
The successful applicant will also be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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