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Nursery Practitioner - Playhub Day Nursery

Child Care

4 August 202550 views

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Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to assist in room leading and overseeing the daily operations of our nursery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child care or early years education and experience working with children. This role requires excellent leadership skills, the ability to communicate effectively with staff and parents, and a commitment to providing high-quality childcare in a nurturing environment.
Responsibilities
Deliver high quality childcare to children aged 0-5, to be a key person and to room lead.
Assist the manager in day-day operations of the nursery, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Including covering managerial duties in the absence of the manager.
Lead and support a team of childcare staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programmes/activity planning that promote children's development and learning.
Communicate effectively with parents regarding their children's progress, behaviour, and any concerns that may arise.
Drive initiatives to enhance the nursery's reputation within the community and attract new families.
Maintain accurate records of children's attendance, development milestones, and any incidents that occur within the nursery.
Ensure the nursery is a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for all children.
Be responsible, alongside manager for safeguarding. Will be required to hold deputy safeguarding lead role. Training provided as necessary.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years Room leading experience or nursery deputy management role.
A qualification in Early Years/Childcare at Level 3 and above is essential.
Safeguarding lead experience is desired.
SENCO experience is highly desirable.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a diverse team effectively.
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
A genuine passion for childcare and early years education.
Ability to drive initiatives that enhance the quality of care provided at the nursery.
If you are an enthusiastic individual who meets these qualifications and is ready to make a positive impact on young lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Deputy Nursery Manager.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,000.00-£29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Employee discount
Free parking
Transport links
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 26/07/2025
  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Advanced
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Schedule
    Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm or 10am to 6pm Rotation
  • Salary
    £28,000 – £29,000 yearly

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We are a small nursery setting located in Abbey Wood. We are looking for more staff.

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