Job Description
At Seedling Nursery we are looking for a Nursery Deputy Manager who is ready to break free from the ordinary and make a real difference in children’s lives.
Our nursery is not just another childcare setting - it is a place where passion meets purpose. As Deputy Manager you will play a key role in the education of nursery children and be a vital member of our nursery management team.
Come and see what life could look like at a unique setting which always drives for the BEST; putting the children at its heart.
Our nursery has been awarded “Outstanding” by Ofsted (May 2022) and we have been awarded the W.Inc.K.S (April 2023) a Warwickshire IDS Inclusion Kite-mark Scheme.
Why choose us?
- Rooms which are large and opened spaced
- A multicultural and diverse setting
- A sense of belonging with teamwork
- A team and children who are happy work and come in
- Excellent resources and equipment (community playthings)
- Weekly outings to parks and the library
- Excellent behaviour management policy
- Strongly believe in “Super manners” for our children
- Parents who are supportive and value our care
- A universal emphasis on children’s Speech and language; good use of visual communication
- A passion, hands on owner and manager, Priscilla
- A leadership team to support you, Our SenCo, Andy and our Curriculum Lead, Karen
- A curriculum which is progressive and ambitious
- Professional development for everyone, including “Leadership and Manager, level 5” on offer.
What does the role involve?
As a leadership position, the role of Nursery Deputy Manager is a satisfying combination of management responsibility and hands-on care. Your week will be over four days with two days working with the children in the room. For the right person, it can be a fantastic career development stepping stone, while still allowing you to enjoy all the things you love about working closely with children in the early years.
Here are some of the practical and personal skills that will help you excel as a Nursery Deputy Manager:
- Able to lead a team of nursery staff and represent the nursery to prospective and current parents
- Caring and supportive towards children
- Articulate and friendly
- Organised and able to adapt to changing situations
- Maintaining composure under pressure
- A good role model and readily available to all
- Strong team player
What qualifications are we looking for?
To become our Deputy Nursery Manager, you must hold, as a minimum, a Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent. You must have previous experience of managing a room or team in a nursery and have a strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.
Our recruitment process:
Your CV followed by telephone informal discussion.
Initial Zoom interview with Recruitment Manager.
Tour and formal interview in person with Nursery Manager.
A morning or afternoon, working with the children and team.
If you have any questions, please give our Recruitment Manager, Becky Davidson, a call on 07467954478 or drop an email to info@seedlingnursery.co.uk.
www.seedlingnursery.co.uk
Salary and hours:
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,392.00-£30,420.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday (four days a week, 39 hours per week)
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Nursery experience: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Early Years qualification (required)
Work Location: In person
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