Preschool Deputy Manager

Job summary

Little Jewels is a small, friendly, multicultural Pre-school, situated close to Harringay Station.  We pride ourselves on preparing our children for primary school, are held in high regard by the local community and achieved a Good at the last OFSTED inspection.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of our preschool. The successful candidate will assist the Preschool Manager in leading the team, ensuring high standards of care and education, and creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for all children.

Main Responsibilities

• To promote and create a stimulating and educational environment to encourage the children to develop independence and self-reliance.
• To assist the Preschool Manager in overseeing the day to day management, staffing, organisation and smooth running of the Preschool.
• To implement the philosophy of LJP and to create a welcoming and family friendly environment.
• To be a member of the management team and to contribute to the strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation and development of the Preschool.
• To supervise the development, preparation and execution of the daily activities and ensure that each session runs smoothly and without repetition.
• To contribute at all times for high standards of care and education of children between 0 to five years in accordance with statutory requirements.
• To develop and promote the EYFS and ensure its delivery within the setting and that the principles adhered to.
• To assist in the recruitment and induction of newly employed staff and the regular supervision of existing staff.
• To ensure effective communication between the staff and with all partner organisations.
• To seek out and maintain equipment and resources in the Preschool
•  To assist in the day to day financial systems directly relating to the provision.
• To ensure admissions are in line with the admissions policy and that all new children receive the appropriate induction and settling programme.
• To supervise all staff in the assessment process of each child, by ensuring that all assessments drafted are presented to the parent/guardian with in a specific time period
• To observe, and prepare a written assessments of the progress of each key child.
• To contribute in maintaining a register and up to date records of all children using the provision and to ensure regular feedback to parents about their child’s development and progress.
• To participate and where necessary organise and execute regular management and staff meetings.
• To actively participate in ensuring the maintenance of a healthy and safe environment for the children.
•  To ensure all duties and responsibilities are carried out with due regards to our equal opportunities policy.