Deputy Manager

Job summary

Become a Buttercups Nursery Manager 
Role: Deputy Manager
Location: Acton W3
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £35000-£39000 P/A
Qualification: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent

Why join the Buttercups Family?

You are an amazing Deputy Nursery Manager who has experience of managing staff, likes to take the initiative and wants to develop and grow your nursery. You may already be a Nursery 3rd in charge or you may be ready for the next step, whichever way, this is a great opportunity. With over 40 years’ experience and many Ofsted Outstanding grades, Buttercups can offer you the support you need to deliver your goals and create an outstanding nursery environment.

At Buttercups we believe that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why we strive to offer our staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. We offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours) including in exciting disciplines such as Forest School Leadership and Montessori. When you join Buttercups you join the whole group, so you have career opportunities across our eight nurseries. You also have the confidence of knowing that you are joining a team that offers Outstanding childcare.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced 3rd in charge or Deputy Manager who is ready for a greater challenge. You will be responsible for assisting to Manage the nursery setting including:

·  Delivering an Early Years curriculum which incorporates Montessori, HighScope and EYFS;

·  Creating a warm and welcoming environment for parents and children;

·  Assisting to managing a team of up to 10 staff, ensuring they feel fulfilled, happy and supported in their roles;

·  Helping to sell the nursery to new parents including conducting viewings;

·  Responding to all enquiries, both internal and external, in a timely manner;

·  Ongoing nursery communications with parents;

·  Building excellent relationships with children, parents and colleagues;

·  Promoting child welfare and ensuring all safeguarding procedures are followed;

. Contributing to the reputation of the Buttercups Nursery Group

Benefits

•   Great career path and promotion prospects;
•   Discount on Childcare Fees (50% from day one increasing to 66% with service);
•   Fun social events throughout the year and an annual Christmas party;
•   Celebration of hard work – bonuses, vouchers and social events;
•    33 days P/A;
•   Discounts on high street shops such as Asda, Curry's and PC World;
•   Wellbeing Centre;
•   Employee Assistance Programme.

What you will bring

•   NVQ/Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early Years, NNEB, Montessori Diploma, Early Years Degree or QTS;
•   Experience as a Room Leader;
•   Strong knowledge of EYFS and children’s learning and development;
•   Excellent interpersonal skills;
•   Self-motivation, innovation and a positive outlook;
•   Good verbal and written communication skills;
•   Strong planning and organisational skills;
•   Lots of energy; and above all,
•   A passion for delivering amazing educational experiences to children.

How to apply

Does this sound like your perfect position if so please submit your CV.

An Enhanced DBS check and reference checks will be carried out prior to employment.