Deputy Manager Position for South London Nursery

6 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Little Elms Full time

We are a leading family-run group of 11 established nurseries across South London, since opening in 2009. Little Elms has supported numerous employees grow from strength to strength, both personally and professionally, changing roles and locations to meet personal and professional goals.

We create a culture of staff appreciation, supporting each other every day by recognizing teams as our most valued asset. We continuously look for new ways to reward our Little Elms employees, including ongoing additions to our benefits package and introducing a whole new wellness program.

About the Deputy Manager Role

We are currently looking for a skilled, experienced, and motivated Deputy Manager for our beautiful nursery in Catford Green. This is an ideal opportunity for a Senior Room Manager to take the next step in their career or a current Deputy looking to take on a new exciting role.

The day-to-day role will include supporting the Nursery Manager in the overall running of the nursery, while providing and ensuring a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for the children and staff.

Our nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms with fabulous outdoor areas. You can earn up to £36,000 per annum, depending on experience, working 40 hours per week.

To be considered for the Deputy Manager position, you must have:

  • At least 1 year's experience in a Leadership role or equivalent.
  • Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare.
  • Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework.
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
  • Ability to use your own initiative.
  • Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children.
  • Coaching & mentoring abilities.

Little Elms offers amazing benefits for you:

  • £1000 New Starter Welcome bonus.
  • Excellent rates of pay.
  • Service recognition awards – get an extra day's annual leave, for each year worked.
  • Free, hot daily lunch prepared by our Skilled Nursery Chefs each day you work.
  • Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA).
  • Generous Childcare discount.
  • Support to gain higher qualifications.
  • Internal promotion opportunities across all of our 10 Nurseries.
  • Free Uniform.
  • New starter goody bag.
  • Fantastic transport links.

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references. The successful candidate will be required to undertake online safeguarding training, and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the Nursery Manager in the overall running of the nursery.
  • Provide and ensure a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for the children and staff.
  • Be responsible for coaching and mentoring team members.
  • Maintain excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework.
  • Ability to use your own initiative.
  • Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children.

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