*Deputy Nursery Manager**Reports to: *Manager*Job overview**What is the purpose of the job?*The role of the Deputy Nursery Manager is to provide professional leadership and management of the nursery, to effectively manage the day-to day running of the nursery and to deliver the highest standards of care and education.You will hold a full and relevant qualification in Early Years at Level 3 or above, understand and ensure the requirements of the EYFS and Ofsted are met and have experience working in a busy nursery setting in a management position.*What do you have to achieve?** High standards of care and education* Compliance with all regulatory requirements* Staff who feel supported in their roles* The individual needs of children are identified and met.* Ensure Company policies, procedures and operational practices are adhered to by the staff at all times.* Positive working relationships with children, staff, parents and carers.*Benefits of working for Joyful Tots Nursery** Highly Competitive Salary* 32 days holiday* Discounted childcare for parents* Ongoing professional development and training* Employee Assistance Programme for Staff Mental Health Well-being and Support* Regular Socials for all Nursery team* Regular bonuses on achievement* Free Enhanced DBS Checks* Well-Established Career Path and Training Opportunities* Pension scheme* Recommend a friend scheme*Requirements** Minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education or equivalent* Two relevant satisfactory references* Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check* Valid Paediatric First Aid Certificate*General** To support the Manager in all aspects of Nursery matters* To implement and promote all Joyful Tots policies and the Staff Rules* To manage the nursery in the absence of the Manager* To ensure the ethos, implementation and legal requirements of the EYFS are met* To train the team in providing quality care for their key children* To ensure children’s safety at all times* To form positive relationships with children and their families* To display a high level of enthusiasm, loyalty and motivation* To provide daily support for the management team* To contribute to the implementation of changes and future developments* To manage, supervise staff in line with the policies and procedures at all times* To maintain a professional manner at all times* To provide a good role model for your team and others in the nursery* To provide mentorship for your team* To ensure that nursery records are kept honestly and accurately* To care for and supervise the group of children assigned to them* To carry out the duties of a Key PersonPlease note that this job description is not exhaustive and you are required to carry out other duties in line with your role. This job description may be reviewed in the future.Job Type: Full-timePay: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Childcare* Company events* Cycle to work scheme* Discounted or free food* Employee discount* Free parking* On-site parking* Private medical insurance* Referral programme* Sick payAbility to commute/relocate:* Horley: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Education:* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)Experience:* Nursery: 3 years (required)Licence/Certification:* Early years NVQ Level 3 or above (required)Work authorisation:* United Kingdom (required)Work Location: In person