Nursery Deputy Manager

We are offering £800 incentive for new starters after 6 months of continuous employment. A fantastic opportunity has become available at Pixieland Rogers Burrow nursery. We are looking for a Nursery Deputy Manager, to fit well within our friendly team and learn skills on the job whilst supporting children's play, learning and development. We are looking for a professional attitude, but with a sense of fun and excitement as this allows out children to thrive within our nursery environment. Operating for 40 years, if you are looking to further your childcare career, Pixieland is a great place to do so. Purpose of post · To work under the direction of the Manager and deputise for him/her as and when required · To support the aims and objectives of the nursery and assist the Manager in the organisation of a high-quality establishment for children from birth to five years · To provide high standards of childcare and education – to include the monitoring and review of provision, this includes providing a safe, caring environment to enable the emotional, social and educational development of children, through individual attention and group activities · To support the team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop · To direct and support staff as agreed by the Manager. · To follow the manager’s job description when they are not on the premises. Qualifications: NVQ level 3 Main duties · To promote the aims and objectives of the nursery · To promote the high standards of the nursery at all times to parents, staff and visitors · To assist the Manager in showing parents around the nursery facilities and sending out information · To ensure the provision of high standards of physical and emotional care · To lead a team of professional workers and to ensure good practice at all times · To assist the Manager in setting and implementing objectives and policy for the nursery · To assist with the planning and organisation of staffing schedules and holiday rotas to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained in accordance with Ofsted Inspectorate · To assist with the implementation of administrative procedures involved with registration, place allocation, and other related matters · To assist with the development and implementation of systems to monitor and record child development · To assist with the preparation and maintenance of materials and equipment · To be responsible for the health and safety standards appropriate for the needs of young children and ensuring staff compliance and awareness · To ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times · To ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children regardless of any disabilities, family backgrounds or medical history · Support all team members with the early identification and intervention for children with possible special needs and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate · To ensure confidentiality of all information received and shared · To assist with staff development and training · To assist the Manager in the supervision of training of students in placement within the nursery · Liaise with parents, other family members and staff to help ensure that the particular needs of children are met and that parental choice is considered in terms of care given · To liaise with outside agencies as required · Assist the Manager with the efficient upkeep of the building and grounds and maintenance, stock of equipment, furnishings and fittings · Maintaining staff awareness of the fire evacuation procedures in accordance with the code of practice · To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. monthly training, planning meetings, monthly staff meetings, parents evening, fundraising events etc. · To deputise for the Manager in his/her absence · To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time-to-time by the Manager. · To hand out leaflets and other promotional material in order to increase capacity in the nursery · To carry out room observations and peer observations. Hours: Wednesday 1-6pm Thursday and Friday 8-6 Experience: - At least 2 years experience within a childcare setting - Experience in leading teams, delegating tasks and able to be adaptable Benefits - Childcare discount (20%) - company events - referral programme - Training and development Our nurseries are committed to safe recruitment so a disclosure barring service check is required to be undertaken If you would like to join our valued team please apply with your CV. Job Type: Part-time Pay: £12.50 per hour Expected hours: 23 per week Benefits: Childcare Company events Employee discount Referral programme Experience: Nursery: 1 year (preferred) Management: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: DM Plymouth

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