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Our client is looking to employ an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager for their high-quality nursery near Barnet, London. The successful candidate will support the Nursery Manager in providing professional leadership and management of the nursery and its staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality standards of care and education for all children. This includes supporting children with SEN (Special Educational Needs) or disabilities and promoting equality of opportunity for all children in the nursery.
Key Responsibilities
1. Promote a high standard of quality within the nursery, including practice, environment, and resources to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
2. Support the Nursery Manager in ensuring effective leadership and management, ensuring a high standard of performance and a collaborative nursery environment. Manage the nursery in the absence of the Manager.
3. Ensure all staff adhere to company policies and procedures.
4. Provide leadership and support to staff to establish positive working relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers.
5. Ensure appropriate planning and assessment are in place and maintained by staff.
6. Support the development of good practice related to SEN and inclusion.
7. Undertake the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring staff are aware of safeguarding responsibilities and children are kept safe.
8. Implement and support delivery of the EYFS in line with current guidelines.
9. Ensure health and safety policies are followed and staff receive relevant training.
10. Assist in managing staffing capacity, follow up on childcare inquiries, and facilitate nursery tours.
11. Attend all out-of-hours activities, including meetings, training, and events.
12. Be a keyholder for the nursery.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
1. Minimum Level 3 Childcare Qualification.
2. SENCO training and experience.
3. Experience in managing a nursery with over 55 places.
4. Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Ofsted guidelines.
5. At least one year's recent experience as Deputy Nursery Manager.
Benefits
* Annual salary reviews.
* Contributions to your pension.
* Overtime pay or time off.
* 20% staff discount on childcare fees.
* Training opportunities.
* Birthday flowers and card.
* Half-day off for Christmas shopping.
* At least two social events per year paid by the nursery.
If this role aligns with your experience and career goals, please contact Ollie or our Nursery Team at 01926 676369 or send your updated CV to us.
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