Overview
Tiny Toez Day Nurseries is a group of 10 nurseries in the Midlands and a London-based pre-school, dedicated to high-quality child care and education in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment. Our team supports the individual needs of every child in our care, fostering development and well-being.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Deputy Nursery Manager located at 224 Milton Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 6HT. The Deputy Nursery Manager will assist in the overall management and leadership of the nursery, ensuring that all policies and procedures are implemented effectively. Key responsibilities include supporting staff, managing daily operations, maintaining high standards of care, and promoting positive partnerships with parents and the community.
Qualifications
* Experience in early years education and child care
* Leadership and team management skills
* Knowledge of health and safety procedures and child protection issues
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and the community
* Relevant childcare qualifications (e.g., Level 3 Diploma) are highly desirable
* Commitment to continuous professional development
* First Aid and Safeguarding certifications are a plus
Responsibilities
* Work under the direction of the Childcare Manager as required
* Support the aims and objectives of the nursery and assist the manager in organizing a high-quality establishment for children from 3 months to five years
* Provide high standards of childcare and education, including monitoring and reviewing provisions, in a safe and caring environment
* Direct and support staff as agreed by the Childcare Manager
* Deputise in the manager’s absence and assist with marketing to maintain full occupancy
* Assist with recruitment and staff development
* Assist with planning staffing schedules and holiday rotas to ensure adequate staffing in line with Ofsted guidelines
* Assist with administration related to registration, place allocation, and related matters
* Assist with systems to monitor and record child development
* Ensure health and safety standards and hygiene are maintained; promote a high-quality environment for children from diverse backgrounds
* Maintain confidentiality of information and liaise with parents, carers, and outside agencies as required
* Support monthly staff meetings and training sessions
* Support the manager in ensuring Ofsted compliance and overall nursery quality
* Undertake other duties as required by the nursery manager
* Represent the manager in meetings if required
Incentives and Benefits
* £200 recruitment bonus when gaining employment
* Birthday bonuses
* Attendance bonuses
* 5, 10 and 15 year service bonuses
* Core training provided through extensive CPD opportunities; desirable prior knowledge in Safeguarding Level 1 and 2, Paediatric First Aid, Level 2 Food Safety
* DBS checks funded; annual DBS update service cost covered by Tiny Toez
* Other benefits: additional leave, employee discount, free parking, health & wellbeing programme, on-site parking, referral programme, store discount
Experience and Certification
* Management experience: 1 year (required)
* Childcare experience: 2 years (required)
* DBS on the update service (preferred)
* Paediatric First Aid Certification (preferred)
* Level 3 or above Childcare qualification (required)
Work Location: In person
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