The Maltings Day Nursery is set in the centre of the Cathedral city of Ely, in close proximity to the river and surrounding parks. They have the capacity for 48 children split between three rooms; 0-2 years, 2-3 years and 3-5 years. The nursery employs 17 full and part-time staff and is open from 8am – 6.00pm 52 weeks a year. They are closed for Public Holidays.Wigwam Nurseries Ltd are a small group of 6 day nurseries. Each nursery has been carefully adapted and refurbished to an extremely high standard and is well equipped with natural, high quality, stimulating resources.Wigwam Nurseries Ltd believes in providing quality childcare in a welcoming, stimulating and caring environment. Each nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum and encompasses a child centred approach to play and learning. They adopt and work towards a creative curriculum, a passion for open ended investigation and positive outdoor experiences. Their aim is to create within each of their settings; an outstanding place for children to be well cared for and to flourish within play and learning.*What benefits do we provide to our Deputy Managers?*● The opportunity to be appreciated, valued and respected for the hard work and commitment that each employee shows● Development opportunities, that are encouraged and supported through several professional development approaches, including a thorough induction program, a high quality and varied training strategy, continuous development plan and regular reviewing and monitoring system●An outstanding play and learning environment● A dedicated, professional, friendly and experienced team●Large, well-resourced play rooms and natural outdoor spaces● Great rates of pay●Staff uniform●Generous holiday allowance and loyalty system*What will I be doing as a Deputy Manager?*●Building positive and trusting relationships with children and outstanding parent partnerships, including producing and sharing a weekly information sheet for families● Providing a safe, hygienic, caring and stimulating environment for the children, following relevant safeguarding training where required● Ensuring that the physical, emotional, social and intellectual education and care provided to children is of the highest standard.●Leading the implementation of the relevant curriculum, including important aspects of our childcare ethos, including storytelling, respectful care and the Forest School approach● Inspiring fun, inspirational and educational play and learning opportunities●Effectively managing the day to day running of this outstanding nursery in the absence of the Nursery Manager●Ensuring the accuracy of the daily register & staff rota●Maintaining accurate accounts for the nursery and produce management information when required●Promoting the nursery to current and potential customers●Assisting with recruiting, supporting, inducting, training and appraising all staff, to ensure high quality childcare practice and to develop staff teams and individual practitioners (including chairing regular staff meetings)●Working closely with the Nursery Manager, directors of the nursery and development manager, creating development plans for the nursery●Working in consultation with HR in Disciplinary and Grievance investigations and meetings with regard to staff●Implementing Health and Safety policies within the nursery and support from Risk Management team●Working with the area SENCOs, EYFS advisors, and other health professionals*Am I qualified for this job?*● A full and relevant Early Years & Childcare qualification at level 3 (Early Years Educator) is required for this role as a minimum●Early Years & Childcare experience is also required*What are the working hours?*●The full time nursery staff work four and a half days, Monday to Friday between 8am-6pm.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: £34,000.00-£36,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Additional leave* Company events* Company pension* Free parking* On-site parkingAbility to commute/relocate:* Ely, Cambridgeshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Licence/Certification:* Level 3 Early Years Qualification (required)Work Location: In person