Are you an inspiring leader ready to take your career to the next level? We have a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Deputy Manager to join our beautiful setting in Huntingdon
As a Deputy Manager, you'll be the driving force behind a team committed to delivering exceptional care and education. We're looking for someone who is not just a leader but a true mentor someone who understands that every child's needs must be at the heart of everything we do. You'll empower and guide our team, ensuring they are motivated, supported, and growing professionally, all while creating a nurturing environment where children thrive.
About Ducklings Childcare:
At Ducklings, we believe in fostering a family-like atmosphere within a secure, supportive environment. Our purposefully planned learning activities and stimulating play opportunities inspire children to become confident, self-motivated, and independent learners. Whether indoors or in our expansive, walled gardens filled with lush lawns and fruit trees, every corner of our nursery is designed to spark curiosity and growth.
Our team is at the heart of our success loyal, experienced, and highly qualified. Many of our team members have been with us for years, and together, we maintain a child-centered approach that builds independence, trust, and confidence in the children we care for.
Responsibilities:
* To take full responsibility for staffing, induction, training,& development needs.
* To ensure systems are in place for accurate reporting and monitoring.
* To adhere to occupancy and financial budgets and targets.
* To ensure the Connect Childcare database system is accurate.
* To ensure the extra-curricular activities meet the requirements of the EYFS.
* To ensure the Nursery and all rooms adhere to staff ratios and staff deployment.
* To take full responsibility for safeguarding and child protection within Nursery.
* To take full responsibility for ensuring that delivery of the EYFS.
* To ensure there is appropriate and timely liaison with outside professionals.
* To work closely with the Nursery SENDCo in all aspects of SENDCo.
* To ensure the safer recruitment process is adhered to.
* To complete the weekly rota's and registers for staff and children attendance.
* To provide the required policies and procedures and the necessary support.
* To ensure the physical health and well-being of children within the Nursery.
What we can offer you
* Paycare Medical Cover -contributions towards everything from dental and optical cover to free same day GP appointments and Lifestyle Assessment.
* MyGym / MyActive discounts – up to 25% off your monthly gym fees and from all your gym clothing and equipment. All types of gyms covered, from David Lloyds to your local council-run leisure centre.
* Paycare Perks – shopping discounts from over 300 High Street stores including Sainsburys, John Lewis, H&M, Boots and New Look.
* Recommend a Friend – earn up to £1,500 for each recruit once you join us by recommending us to others you know.
* Training and Development – benefit from our sector-leading, regular training programmes that helps us ensure every child in our care has the very best start for their lifetime of learning.
Join us and help make the difference
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person