Deputy Nursery Manager - SE24 - £29,000-£30,000

Deputy Nursery Manager - SE24 - £29,000-£30,000

This lovely setting are looking for a full time, qualified Practitioner to join our Early Years Team as a Deputy Manager. This nursery is located less than 10 minutes' walk from Herne Hill station, with convenient transport links to London.

**The role will be partly office-based and partly room-based, however this is an active role in the nursery and not purely
administrative.**

The setting operates for children from 3 months - 5 years old. They are open from 7 am - 7 pm for 51 weeks of the year, helping to fit in with the most demanding of work and transport schedules.

The school philosophy encourages enthusiasm, good manners, independence and consideration for others. Each child receives the individual attention he or she needs to develop new skills and interests and above all to discover that learning is an exciting and fun experience.

Situated in a large, Victorian building, with an enviable learning garden, they have a vibrant, fun-loving, culturally rich environment where we encourage children to achieve their best results in every activity.

What We Offer (benefits):

• Competitive salary, with annual salary reviews
• -Discounted childcare of 25% for first child
• Up to 30 days holiday per year, increasing with service
• DoctorLine access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
• Huge variety of discounts across high street brands, utilities, and days out
• Refer a Friend Bonus of £750
• Access to a wide selection of training programmes, supporting your individual career path, with career development opportunities across our network of nurseries
• * Free lunch provided daily for all staff! *

Duties:

This is an exciting opportunity to progress and work alongside our passionate and experienced nursery manager. This would be the ideal role for anyone looking for responsibility or someone wishing to progress before becoming a nursery manager.

You will:

• Help to plan, create, and implement engaging activities for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
• - Have autonomy to lead and progress the nursery and be instrumental in its continued growth and success.
• Play a key role in the day to day running of the nursery as well as financial operations, recruitment, and training and development of staff.
• Partner with the Nursery Manager to lead and deliver a high standard of childcare for all children.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted statutory guidance and put the correct provisions and resources in place.
• Communicate productively with pupils, colleagues, and parents to lead staff and represent the nursery to prospective and current parents.
• Keep a record of the children's progress to share with the parents and other carers.
• Provide professional support and guidance to the nursery team and work collaboratively to implement high quality learning opportunities.
• Maintain high standards for safety, cleanliness, and hygiene, as well as following child protection and safeguarding guidelines.

What we need from you:

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
• Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nursery Assistant or similar), especially in a leadership capacity.
• Enthusiasm for making learning fun and engaging for each child.
• Ability to use a variety of techniques to clearly and successfully communicate with both children and adults
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the Early Years Framework.

If you are interested in this Full Time Deputy Manager Job in South London, please apply now.