Job Description
3 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
* The Deputy Childcare & Children’s Centre Services Manager is a key member of the senior management team, supporting the delivery of high-quality early years education and childcare services across local authority-maintained nursery provisions.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Support the day-to-day management of childcare services across multiple nursery settings.
* Assist in maintaining high standards of early years education and care provision.
* Contribute to service planning, self-evaluation, and development planning.
* Support Ofsted readiness and inspection requirements.
* Support the implementation and monitoring of safeguarding policies and procedures.
* Take responsibility for safeguarding in the absence of the Executive Head.
* Promote child welfare and ensure early identification of safeguarding concerns.
* Support vulnerable children, including managing admissions and transitions.
Essential Experience Required
* Experience working within Early Years or childcare services.
* Experience delivering integrated care, education, and family support services.
* Experience with Ofsted requirements and inspections.
* Experience supporting staff supervision and team development.
Essential Qualifications Required
* Relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification (essential).
* Evidence of continuing professional development.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 36 hours per week
* Location: 91-93 St Ann's Road, London, Greater London, N15 6NU, United Kingdom
* We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
* The role closes on 29th May 2026, apply ASAP.
Requirements
The Deputy Childcare & Children’s Centre Services Manager is a key member of the senior management team, supporting the delivery of high-quality early years education and childcare services across local authority-maintained nursery provisions.