Deputy Nursery Manager Position

3 weeks ago


Gravesend, Kent, United Kingdom Ashdown Group Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join our award-winning nursery in Kent. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Nursery Manager in their absence, ensuring consistent, high-quality care and education across all age groups.
  • Manage the nursery team, ensuring the correct staff-to-child ratios are met at all times.
  • Oversee the weekly staff rota and assist with staff recruitment, onboarding, and training.
  • Support the delivery of a creative and engaging early years curriculum that meets the needs of each individual child.
  • Promote positive relationships with parents and carers, ensuring effective communication and involvement in their child's progress.
  • Ensure the nursery meets health, safety, and safeguarding standards, including conducting risk assessments and adhering to policies.
Requirements:
  • Previous leadership or team management experience within an Early Years setting.
  • Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Childcare or Early Years.
  • Strong understanding of nursery administration, including staffing and rota management.
  • Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
  • Commitment to safeguarding, health and safety, and early childhood education standards.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, parents, and external agencies.
What We Offer:

A competitive salary of £28,000 to £33,000 pro rata, plus a range of benefits.



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