Room-Based Deputy Manager Job Specification (Romford Area) Role: Room-Based Deputy Manager Location: Romford Contract: Full-Time Qualification: Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 (Minimum) Primary Purpose To support the Nursery Manager and Room Leader in the daily running and management of a designated room, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, and practice are consistently maintained in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and nursery policies. Key Responsibilities * Leadership & Supervision: Act as the Deputy to the Room Leader, providing supervision and direction to the room team. Take full responsibility for the room in the absence of the Room Leader. * Curriculum Implementation: Drive the effective implementation of the EYFS curriculum, ensuring high-quality planning, observations, and assessments are carried out for all children. * Quality Assurance: Monitor and evaluate practice within the room, ensuring all safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies are adhered to. * Team Development: Support staff development through mentoring, role-modeling best practice, and contributing to performance reviews. * Parent Partnership: Maintain strong and professional communication with parents/carers regarding their child's progress and daily life in the nursery. * Administration: Assist with administrative duties related to room management, staff deployment, and maintaining accurate child records. Essential Requirements * Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 qualification (or higher). * Proven experience working in a supervisory or leadership role within a nursery setting. * In-depth knowledge of the EYFS framework, statutory requirements, and current safeguarding procedures. * Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills. Salary is negotiable