Job Description
We are a small 'outstanding' day nursery located within the grounds of a primary school in west Leeds. We are currently looking for a caring and motivated Deputy Manager with Leadership/Management experience in Childcare to provide high quality Care and Education for all children who attend the setting in a safe caring and stimulating learning environment. You will be responsible for supervising staff on a day-to-day basis to ensure that the daily routine is followed and overseeing the planning and preparation of activities throughout the setting and the ongoing Assessment of children’s progress. The successful candidate will ensure that all records are kept in line with the requirements as laid out in the EYFS and will be responsible for administrative duties associated with Management of the Childcare Provision.
Hours: 16 to 40 Hours per Week - Job share can be considered
Up to £17200 per year DOE
Key responsibilities:
- Supporting the Nursery Manager in the daily operations of the nursery
- Overseeing and coordinating stimulating and inspiring activities for the children across the nursery
- Communicating with the Manager on the progress and outcomes of the children
- Assisting with the monitoring of staff performance across the whole nursery
- Empower the team to deliver rich learning opportunities for all children through unique and exciting environments
- Assisting with the recruitment and induction of new staff members
- Assisting the Nursery manager to ensure occupancy targets are hit and maintained at all times
The skills set & experience:
- Over 2-years experience in a supervisory role (Essential)
- Minimum of 3 years occupational experience in a nursery setting, especially in Preschool room (Essential)
- Qualifications in childcare to a minimum level 3
- Committed to your own career development
- A commitment and dedication to delivering exceptional childcare
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
What we offer:
- Excellent in-house training and career progression opportunities
- Discounts Scheme e.g. EE, COSTA, Expedia, Argos, Odeon, Gym membership and more
- Provision of pension scheme auto enrolment
Job Type: Full-time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 30 per week
Salary: £17,500.00-£20,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
School type:
- Crèche
- Day nursery
- Preschool
- Private nursery school
Work Location: In person