Little Lionhearts Nursery School is committed to providing high quality education and safe childcare, giving each child from three months to five years old a happy, healthy and stimulating best start in life. We believe every child is a unique child, therefore our aim is to meet the individual needs of the children to develop their confidence, knowledge of self, positive behaviours, self-care and confidence required in their later years. We provide the children and their families with an excellent foundation to transition into school life. We are situated within a beautiful Grade II building in the leafy North London Borough of Harrow. Our incredibly spacious nursery has facilities such as a sunny and therapeutic outdoor garden with the sound of our lovely water fountain feature, high quality children's resources and computers.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced deputy manager to work under the direction of our Nursery Manager (and deputise where necessary) to lead and inspire our expanding team. Ensuring that all rooms provide safe, high quality education and care for young children.
Top Reasons to join LLH
* 50% off childcare for all employees
* CPD and funded training opportunities
* Full-time employees get a day off on their birthday
* Free coffee, tea and lunch
* KPI Bonuses
Your role and key responsibilities will include:
* Working alongside the Nursery Manager to support the day-to-day running of the nursery
* Promoting and ensuring a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment
* Supervising and supporting and staff development
* Assisting with training and appraisals
* Liaise with parents/carers, other family members and staff to help ensure that the particular needs of children are met and that parental choice is considered in terms of care given
* To attend monthly staff / planning meetings and training sessions outside working hours
* Willingness to undertake further training
Successful candidates should...
* Hold CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3, NNEB or equivalent (Level 5 qualification is preferred)
* Excellent knowledge of child development for children from birth to five years
* Excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
* An understanding of play based approaches to children's learning and development - passionate about children's development, maintaining an attractive and welcoming learning environment for children
* Good communication skills both verbal and written
* Good leadership, communication, organisation and management skills
* Previous experience as a nursery manager, deputy manager or 3rd in charge
* Enhanced disclosure check (DBS)
* Sound knowledge of child protection procedures and protocol
* A good team player and self-learner, able to build positive relationships with children, staff and parents
* Commitment to equal opportunities
Little Lionhearts Nursery School provided the following inclusive hiring information:
* Fully or partially paid childcare
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
Application question(s):
* Do you have previous experience as a nursery manager, deputy manager or 3rd in charge?
Experience:
* Childcare: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* CACHE Level 3/5, NVQ Level 3/5, NNEB or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person