Nursery Deputy Manager
hace 3 días
Aylesbury
KiddyKare is recruiting on behalf of a well-established nursery for an experienced and motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to support the leadership team and day-to-day running of the setting. This role is ideal for a confident early years professional ready to take on increased responsibility and deputise for the Nursery Manager when required. The Role • Support the daily operation of the nursery, ensuring compliance with EYFS and statutory requirements, • Deputise for the Nursery Manager, taking full responsibility in their absence, • Lead, support, and motivate a large staff team, including Room Leaders, Practitioners, Trainees, and support staff, • Maintain high standards of care, safeguarding, equality, and health & safety, • Support staff recruitment, inductions, appraisals, and ongoing development, • Monitor staff performance, training compliance, and ratios, • Assist with financial monitoring, occupancy management (minimum 70%), and fee collection, • Maintain accurate records, policies, and procedures, • Build strong relationships with parents, professionals, and external agencies, • Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above), • Experience in a senior early years role (Deputy, Third in Charge, or Room Leader), • Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding, • Competitive salary depending on experience, • Supportive management and career progression, • Ongoing training and professional development