Nursery Deputy Manager
19 days ago
Southampton
Join Our Team at Play Away Day Nurseries - City!\n\n\n Position: Deputy Manager \n Salary: £31,200 per annum \n Hours: 40 hours per week \n Qualification: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification\n\n\n At Play Away Day Nurseries – City, we believe in giving children the very best start in life. Our nurturing environment encourages curiosity, builds confidence, and makes learning a joyful adventure. With a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to each child's unique strengths and interests, we blend enjoyment, creativity, and just the right level of challenge to help every child thrive. \n\n If you're a passionate Deputy Manager eager to make a difference, we want you on our supportive team! \n\nWhy Join Us?\n\n At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a fantastic benefits package, including: \n\n\n • \n£400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!*\n, • \nGenerous Annual Leave: Start with 24 days, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!\n, • \nChildcare Discount: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your little ones.\n, • \nHealth & Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.\n, • \nCareer Growth: Personalized learning and development opportunities.\n, • \nRefer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme!*\n, • Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor at all times.\n, • Understand and implement the statutory framework for the EYFS throughout the nursery.\n, • Assist in managing medication administration and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date.\n, • Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to each child's age and stage of development.\n, • Promote respect and credibility through effective communication and consistency.\n, • Inspire the staff team with creative ideas and challenges to achieve outstanding practice.\n, • Maintain accurate records and accounts related to children and staff on the EyMan system.\n, • \nFull and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification: Essential\n, • \nLeadership experience: Essential\n, • \nOver 1 year of experience in Early Years: Essential\n, • \nSound knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework: Essential\n, • \nOver 1 year of management experience: Desirable\n, • \nLevel 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management: Desirable\n