14 Deputy Management jobs

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager Hours of work: On a rota basis between 7.30 am – 6pm. Responsible to: Nursery Manger Contract: 37.5 hours per week Job Purpose: To assist the Manager in the management of the nursery. To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care is provided for children placed in the nursery To lead and support staff in the nursery. To implement the daily routine within the nursery.   Person specification Knowledge A level 3 qualification and a willingness to achieve EYPS. Knowledge and understanding of planning and providing high quality childcare and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety management. Knowledge and understanding of supporting children’s behaviour Awareness and understanding and commitment to diversity and equality. Skills An enthusiastic approach to working with early years children Demonstrate good practice in early years care and education Flexibility Committed to working as part of a team. Good interaction with children. Ability to model good practice to staff. Provide evidence of ability to manage, lead and support a team. Ability to work in partnership with parents and carers. Effective time management and organisational skills. Provide evidence of child protection, equal opportunities, first aid and food hygiene training. Demonstrate good inter-personal skills including the ability to use judgement and common sense, and be able to work on own initiative. Experience Experience of working in childcare setting and some leadership experience within a day care setting Have experience of working and caring with babies. Experience of working in consultation with staff in planning, developing, monitoring and evaluating curriculum and frameworks.  

Deputy Nursery Manager We are looking for an individual who is passionate and willing to step forward in their practise and continue to develop grow and learn. An individual who can bring a range of expertise and skills to help us continue and develop our practise, with a strong commitment to providing the very best. We passionately believe that our children deserve the best and want someone that shares that drive for excellence. We will offer you the chance to work as part of a friendly staff team, alongside a skilled and dedicated manager who will offer you regular support and guidance. Responsible to: Nursery Manger Job Purpose: To assist the Manager in the management of the nursery. To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care is provided for children placed in the nursery To lead and support staff in the nursery. To implement the daily routine within the nursery. Person specification Knowledge A level 3 qualification and a willingness to achieve EYPS. Knowledge and understanding of planning and providing high quality childcare and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety management. Knowledge and understanding of supporting children’s behaviour Awareness and understanding and commitment to diversity and equality. Skills An enthusiastic approach to working with early years children Demonstrate good practice in early years care and education Flexibility Committed to working as part of a team. Good interaction with children. Ability to model good practice to staff. Provide evidence of ability to manage, lead and support a team. Ability to work in partnership with parents and carers. Effective time management and organisational skills. Provide evidence of child protection, equal opportunities, first aid and food hygiene training. Demonstrate good inter-personal skills including the ability to use judgement and common sense, and be able to work on own initiative. Experience Experience of working in childcare setting and some leadership experience within a day care setting Have experience of working and caring with babies. Experience of working in consultation with staff in planning, developing, monitoring and evaluating curriculum and frameworks. Alpha Nurseries are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and the company expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment This post will be offered subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS and children's barred list check.

Job Description Job Summary Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager Hours of work: On a rota basis between 7.30 am – 6 pm. Responsible to: Nursery Manager Are you an enthusiastic and experienced looking for a new challenge, look no further, have a read of the role and responsibilities you could be taking on and see if its something you could be wanting to pursue. Job Purpose: To assist the Manager in the management of the nursery. To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care is provided for children placed in the nursery To lead and support staff in the nursery. To implement the daily routine within the nursery. Person specification Knowledge A level 3 qualification and a willingness to achieve EYPS. Knowledge and understanding of planning and providing high quality childcare and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety management. Knowledge and understanding of supporting children’s behaviour Awareness and understanding and commitment to diversity and equality. Skills An enthusiastic approach to working with early years children Demonstrate good practice in early years care and education Flexibility Committed to working as part of a team. Good interaction with children. Ability to model good practice to staff. Provide evidence of the ability to manage, lead and support a team. Ability to work in partnership with parents and carers. Effective time management and organisational skills. Provide evidence of child protection, equal opportunities, first aid and food hygiene training. Demonstrate good inter-personal skills including the ability to use judgement and common sense, and be able to work on own initiative. Experience Experience of working in childcare setting and some leadership experience within a day care setting Have experience of working and caring with babies. Experience of working in consultation with staff in planning, developing, monitoring and evaluating curriculum and frameworks. Alpha Nurseries are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and the company expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be offered subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS and children's barred list check

The Candidate: NNEB, CACHE level 3, NVQ level 3 or equivalent in early years childcare Supervisory and team leading skills Extensive knowledge of the EYFS Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team Ability to liaise with and develop good relationships with parents. If you are interested in this role, please apply now

Hemsley House Day Nursery is now a subsidiary company of the Storal Learning Group, and we are looking for a Deputy Manager to join our branch in Maidstone. Job Purpose The primary objective of the Deputy Manager is to assist the Nursery Managers in ensuring that the setting has the right staff, culture, policies, and resources to deliver the high standards of childcare and early years education expected by parents, Ofsted, and in accordance with Storal Learning’s values, specifically with the Hemsley House Day Nursery for 0 – 3 year olds. The Deputy Manager will work with the Nursery Managers to ensure the smooth daily running of the unit, which includes nursery administration, adhering to the policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with the Children Act and Health and Safety legislation and enhancing the quality of childcare provision. Main Responsibilities: Ensures that all children attending the unit are kept safe and receive rich and stimulating play experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development; Assists with quality improvement visits from the Area Managers and help implement action plans; Consistently ensures unit operations adhere to Storal Learning policies and procedures; Manages staffing ratios effectively, managing annual leave and staff absences, ensuring the setting is never under ratio; Deputises for the Nursery Managers during absence where necessary; Builds effective links between home and the setting and carries out prospective parent visits. Knowledge and Skills: Essentials Early years education and care qualification to at least NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, with preference for degree qualified practitioners. Understanding of special educational needs and equality of opportunity. Paediatric first-aid and food hygiene trained. Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally. Minimum of 1-year supervisory experience. Competent PC user (word processing, spreadsheets, emails). Terms and Conditions: Salary:  Salaries are usually reviewed in April. You will normally be eligible for a salary review after completing one year’s service. Hours:  45 hours per week Monday to Friday – flexible start/finish times Holiday:  23 days per annum FTE, plus all Bank Holidays Benefits: Provision of pension scheme auto enrolment Continuous and funded professional development Employee Assistance Programme Referral Bonus Scheme About Storal Learning Storal Learning is a rapidly growing company which owns and operates nurseries across England. Our mission is to deliver the highest possible care and early years education to children, whilst always striving for continuous improvement. We believe a child’s early years are the most critical for developing the foundations of learning, behaviour and emotional well-being, which all influence later outcomes in school, work and society. The past 12 months have been remarkable for Storal Learning. We have grown from 4 to 14 nurseries and have entered 3 new regions of the country. We are cementing our reputation as the childcare provider of choice in our chosen markets and we continue to strengthen operations as we grow. We are now looking towards the next 18 months, which will see our growth continue at a rapid rate. Our mission is to always deliver the highest possible care and early years education to children, whilst always striving for continuous improvement as we believe a child’s early years are the most critical for developing the foundations of learning, behaviour and emotional well-being.

Hemsley House Day Nursery, a subsidiary company of Storal Learning Ltd is looking to recruit a Deputy Manager to join our family friendly setting in Maidstone. Job Purpose The primary objective of the Deputy Manager is to assist the Nursery Managers in ensuring that the setting has the right staff, culture, policies, and resources to deliver the high standards of childcare and early years education expected by parents, Ofsted, and in accordance with Storal Learning’s values, specifically with the Hemsley House Day Nursery for 0 – 3 year olds. The Deputy Manager will work with the Nursery Managers to ensure the smooth daily running of the unit, which includes nursery administration, adhering to the policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with the Children Act and Health and Safety legislation and enhancing the quality of childcare provision. Main Responsibilities: Ensures that all children attending the unit are kept safe and receive rich and stimulating play experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development; Assists with quality improvement visits from the Area Managers and helps implement action plans; Consistently ensures unit operations adhere to Storal Learning policies and procedures; Manages staffing ratios effectively, managing annual leave and staff absences, ensuring the setting is never under ratio; Deputises for the Nursery Managers during absence where necessary; Builds effective links between home and the setting and carries out prospective parent visits. Specific measures of success: Career growth:Demonstrates the ability to become a future Nursery Manager at Storal Learning; Quality improvement:Assists the Nursery Manager in striving for continuous quality improvement and effectively creates quality improvement plans based on periodic mock inspections. Strives to be the best nursery in the local community and rated  Ofsted Outstanding ; Leadership:Manages and supervises staff members, motivating them to improve their practice; Planning:Plans and prepares activities to develop all aspects of the children’s individual development in a stimulating atmosphere in line with the EYFS. Knowledge and Skills: Essential Early years education and care qualification to at least NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, with preference for degree qualified practitioners Understanding of special educational needs and equality of opportunity Paediatric first-aid and food hygiene trained Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally Minimum of 1-year supervisory experience Competent PC user (word processing, spreadsheets, emails) Terms and Conditions: Salary:Competitive based on experience. Salaries are usually reviewed in April. You will normally be eligible for a salary review after completing one year’s service. Hours:40 hours per week Monday to Friday Holiday:20 days per annum FTE, plus all Bank Holidays Benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement that increases with service Discounted childcare provision Provision of pension scheme auto enrolment Continuous and funded professional development Employee Assistance Programme Referral Bonus Scheme About Storal Learning Storal Learning owns and operates nurseries across England. Our mission is to deliver the highest possible care and early years education to children, whilst always striving for continuous improvement. We believe a child’s early years are the most critical for developing the foundations of learning, behaviour and emotional well-being, which all influence later outcomes in school, work and society.

The Candidate: NNEB, CACHE level 3, NVQ level 3 or equivalent in early years childcare Supervisory and team leading skills Extensive knowledge of the EYFS Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team Ability to liaise with and develop good relationships with parents. If you are interested in this role, please apply now

We are a small private company that appreciate our wonderful hardworking team. We are looking to recruit both qualified and apprentice early years professionals. Apprentice / Trainee Nursery Nurses Nursery Nurses / Early Years Practitioners Room Leaders Senior Nursery Practitioners Deputy Managers Nursery Managers Nursery Assistants We are growing slowly, so if you have passion for working with children and are hardworking, you’ll just fit into our team fine. We screen staff for their commitment, enthusiasm as well as qualifications and expertise. If you would like to join us, then please email us your CV by applying below

Nursery Room Leader  Marylebone Services are working with a medium sized private nursery in South East London who are looking for an experienced Room Leader to join their growing team. The job is a permanent job working 40 hours a week and starting in ASAP. This position has become available due to an expansion within the Nursery.   Salary : £21,000 - £23,000 (depending on experience)   Hours : 8 hour shift patterns with a 1 hour lunch break   Holiday : 20 days + Bank Holidays   Main Responsibilities: To report to the Nursery manager in the absence of the Deputy Manager To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all children in their care To give support to other team members within their immediate room and within the wider nursery To work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop.   Requirements: Level 3 qualified Previous supervisory or management experience in a Nursery First aid qualified Enhanced DBS Team player Excellent Communicator   What to do next To apply for this position please send an up to date CV showing your relevant experience for the job.  If you are successful at this stage then you will be invited for interview with Marylebone Services prior to meeting with the nursery.  If you are looking for a new role but this one isn’t quite right then please get in touch for a confidential conversation about your next career move.  If you think this job might be a good fit for a friend or colleague then tell them to quote your name in their application. If they are successful then you will be rewarded with £250 of shopping vouchers.

The Candidate: NNEB, CACHE level 3, NVQ level 3 or equivalent in early years childcare Supervisory and team leading skills Extensive knowledge of the EYFS Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team Ability to liaise with and develop good relationships with parents. If you are interested in this role, please apply now

Support the Quality Excellence Manager of childcare with raising standards, deliverance of the quality, compliance and training plan by way of providing learning and professional development of the group’s workforce.  Work together with the Quality Excellence and People Development Managers to decide on the group’s training requirements and equip colleagues with the knowledge, practical skills and motivation to carry out work-related tasks Key involvement with development and successful implementation of childcare related projects to deliver quality and regulatory objectives Maintain a sound understanding of the sector and deliver continuous improvement  Occasionally represent the Midcounties Co-operative and the childcare group within the sector and be a role model within Team Midcounties by visibly demonstrating behaviours aligned with our values. Key Responsibilities •Ensure that nurseries comply with the obligations placed upon them through statutory regulations and our own policies and procedures •Together with the Area Manager and management teams, effectively safeguard all statutory compliance with EYFS and Ofsted regulations and deliver improved targeted results for audits and Ofsted inspections through internal quality audit programmes and subsequent feedback, training and development •Undertake regular visits and have responsibility for up-to 10 core nurseries. Will be occasionally required to deliver training nationally in nurseries / venues outside of your assigned region  - this may require staying away from home for short periods of time •Deliver/attend meetings and courses outside of nursery operating hours •Work with both senior and management teams to lead on the safeguarding agenda, ensuring all policies and procedures comply with existing legislation whilst providing a safe and secure environment for all children, parents and colleagues  •As required by the Quality Excellence Manager and People Development Manager to write, deliver and manage a range of training packages setting the highest standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to five •Develop strategies to assist the Nursery Managers and respective colleagues in identifying and tackling issues for themselves, thus avoiding excessive dependency on Quality Training Advisors  •To ensure any specialised training received is disseminated to the nurseries under their responsibility and embedded into the practice of all colleagues •Effectively manage and report upon projects assigned by the Quality Excellence Manager as appropriate •Through delivering workshops, webinar modules, First Aid training and other training events, develop colleague learning and understanding -– focusing on the needs and highlighting/developing strengths of colleagues to support and extend children’s learning and development •Deliver both Manager and colleague inductions •Deliver tailored workshops to support Nursery Management teams to achieve the next Ofsted Grade at least one above that currently in place; or to maintain Outstanding •Work with childcare teams to achieve development plans, to contribute to self-reflection and continual development of nursery settings, produce action plans and support the nursery teams to update them regularly •Have sound knowledge of childcare systems such as iConnect •Communicate effectively with the Area Manager and Nursery Managers to identify areas for support resulting from nursery audits.  •Support colleagues to progress children’s learning and development – focusing on using observations to assess and understand children’s learning and development, both in the home  and the setting, and translating observations of children at play into an assessment of each child’s progress to help support them further •Support the nursery management team to secure high quality environments for learning and development – focusing on the enabling environment (including the three prime areas), which promotes children’s well-being, nurtures children and fosters positive relationships between children parents and adults, and where children are valued for their uniqueness and individuality •Have sound knowledge of safeguarding issues and be able to confidently identify signs of possible abuse or neglect. Support colleagues to respond and report if necessary, all concerns in a timely and appropriate way  •Use interpersonal skills in order to develop professional and collaborative relationships across the Society •Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work •Follow Society procedures at all times, whilst offering any innovative views and ideas so that we constantly review our service for any opportunity to improve •In addition, all QTA’s are expected to work within the terms of their contract of employment and adhere to Society policies However, occasionally situations may arise that require the post holder to perform other duties or tasks as may be reasonably requested by the Society Person Specification Co-operation   •Gain commitment through encouraging membership •Committed to supporting the local community People   •Encourage diversity •Effective verbal and written communication skills •Ability to give direction Customers   •Understand the importance and the requirement for high standards of nursery appearance and quality of care •Customer focused •Displays interpersonal skills that will deliver outstanding customer service Delivery •Is committed to health and safety and understands the legislative requirements •Understands the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework and supports colleagues meeting the standards set. •Has an awareness of environmental issues & requirements Finance    •Understands the importance of why childcare group must have financial controls and budgets •Contributes to customer care and marketing the nursery to maximise occupancy and revenue   Qualifications    •Early years professional status •Holds or is willing to undertake PTTLS training qualification •Holds or is willing to undertake a Certificate in Training Practice or equivalent  •Current driving licence

Full time position  Job description  1. To be responsible for the Nursery in the absence of the nursery manager  2. To be responsible for the day to day operation of Giggles Day nursery  3. To ensure the nursery meets all legal requirements 4 .To ensure equal access to services  regardless of ethnicity, gender culture, disability or lifestyle in accordance with Giggles Day Nursery Equal opportunities 5. To ensure the nursery works in partnership with all local child care providers  6. To ensure that the nursery operates within agreed aims, objectives, polices and procedures.  7 To support the manager in suitably equipping the nursery to provide a high quality, practical and welcoming learning environment  8. To effectively deliver the nursery curriculum of the EYFS, which ensures the nursery meets and exceeds the Ofsted standards. 9.. To support the development and maintain  procedures for regular review and assessment of each child's progress. 10 To support the implementation and manage an effective parent liaison programme ensuring regular communication and interaction with parents, including events such as parents evenings, surgeries and newsletters. 11. To ensure the complaints procedures are implemented in a positive manner and that the staff team are supported in this process. 12. To develop a programme of support to aid the transition of the child care setting to school. 13. To actively promote the nursery and the range of activities available 14. To work in partnership with health, education, social services, community and voluntary organisations to provide a high quality childcare organisation. 15. To establish and maintain an inventory list of equipment/resources purchased. 16. To ensure the effective use of resources available. 17. To assist in the production of management reports. 18. To assist the manager in ensuring full capacity and occupancy levels by reviewing numbers of children attending and by following up all enquiries for child care places. 19. To assist in the management of operating costs for the nursery within an agreed budget. 20. To have responsibility for the nursery premises ensuring that the building is both safe and well maintained at all times and that the need for repairs are promptly reported to the nursery manager. 21. To be responsible for Health and safety issues within the nursery ensuring that all policies relevant are complied with. 22. To support the nursery manager in the effective recruitment and induction of new staff with the appropriate skills, qualification, experience and qualities. 23. To  ensure the nursery is staffed to the required level at all times. 24. To provide effective leadership and management of the nursery team. To undertake effective performance reviews, team meetings and staff supervisions as required by the nursery manager. 25. To identify the development and training needs of the team members. 26. To monitor the sickness and absence of the staff team. 27. To maintain a safe and acceptable standard of practice in accordance with the nursery principles, policies and procedures. This will include the safeguarding child protection procedures. 28. To ensure quality standards, including the implementation of all relevant legislations, policies and procedures. 29. To maintain high standards of accuracy and confidentiality in record keeping. To produce reports and statistical information as required. 30. To contribute to ongoing research, evaluation and assessment of need in the area. 31. To promote and represent the nursery at appropriate events, conferences, seminars and training. 32. To work as a member of the nursery team and to promote activities. 33. To undertake any tasks as requested which are commensurate with this job role and responsibilities. 34. Any other duty that may be required of you.

Our Clients are seeking enthusiastic and professional candidates with the following attributes: * Level 3+ Childcare qualification DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To work in partnership with the nursery manager to provide high standards of education and childcare for the children who attend To lead, develop and inspire your team of childcare professionals To ensure the overall smooth running of the nursery in the absence of the nursery manager To maintain Health and Safety policies and the Safeguarding of the children Where appropriate, to work in partnership with outside agencies and local regulatory bodies The Candidate: NNEB, CACHE level 3, NVQ level 3 or equivalent in early years childcare Supervisory and team leading skills Extensive knowledge of the EYFS Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team Ability to liaise with and develop good relationships with parents. If you are interested in this role, please apply now