Deputy Manager

Job summary

Deputy Manager (Full time 4/4.5/5 full days per week)

Priory Day Nursery are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to support the manager in overseeing our childcare facility.

The ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for early childhood education. As the Deputy Manager, you will be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children, while also managing staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

• To work under the direction of the manager and deputise for him/her as and when required
• To ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted
• To support 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 years
• To provide high standards of care and early learning- to include the monitoring and review of provision, this includes providing a safe, caring environment to enable the personal, emotional, social and educational development of children, through individual attention and group activities
• To support the team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop
• To direct and support staff as agreed by the manager
• To have key holder responsibility

Full job descriptions given upon interview

Experience

• Proven experience in a childcare setting, preferably in a managerial/leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff effectively while promoting teamwork and professional development.
• A background in working with children is essential; qualifications in early childhood education are highly desirable.
• A valid driving licence is advantageous for attending off-site meetings or events.

Benefits

Birthday day off 

additional leave after 1 years service (capped at 4 days)

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