Deputy Nursery Manager

Deputy Nursery Manager – White City

Nursery: kinderzimmer White City

Job Type: Full Time, permanent, 40 hours per week

Salary: Up to £41,097 (depending on qualifications and experience).

We are proud to share that kinderzimmer UK is an Ofsted Outstanding provider

At kinderzimmer UK, we're on a mission to make the world a better place through education. Since opening our first nursery in June 2023, we've grown rapidly and have already earned Ofsted Outstanding status. We provide an inspiring environment where your career can flourish whilst nurturing our children's independence, exploration and wonder. Proud finalists of the National NMT Awards 2024 for Best Nursery Group, Best Nursery Indoor Learning Environment of the Year and Best Nursery Business Development. We're also rated 4.9 stars on Glassdoor and 5 stars on Indeed, reflecting our dedication to both excellence and making our teams feel valued

The setting

Welcome to kinderzimmer White City, where we offer an unparalleled opportunity to be part of a dynamic nursery experience. Our ground-floor, purpose-built facility, situated within a larger mixed-use development, boasts 62 child spaces, three playrooms, and a unique feature that sets us apart – a separate nursery kitchen designed for children to not only eat but also learn about the exciting world of food. With direct access to external areas, including a spacious outdoor haven that wraps around into a secure courtyard, our nursery provides an enriching environment for both children and staff. Enjoy excellent transport links with White City, Wood Lane, and Latimer Rd train connections, as well as convenient bus routes. As the surrounding White City area undergoes significant development, our location benefits from the integration of new amenities by large developers, alongside well-established local offerings. Located near the renowned Westfield shopping centre and Hammersmith Park, kinderzimmer White City is not just a nursery; it's a place where children discover the joys of learning through play and nutrition. Join us in shaping the future within this vibrant and innovative community

What will you be doing?

The brand-new nursery setting gives you the opportunity to shape every aspect from the ground up Your responsibilities include;

• Ensure that every child receives a high level of care and is in a safe environment
• Deliver stimulating methods of learning to help shape individual needs, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum
• Lead a team of exceptional people towards a common goal
• Have experience with business and commerce elements of the Nursery runnings
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and compliance procedures.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with parents, colleague, children and external partners

What we can offer you

Our playground could be your workplace. In exchange for your commitment and enthusiasm you will get a lot in return, not just from the children, but from us also kinderzimmer UK has a market-leading benefits package which is tailored to the individual employee's needs.

• The benefits package includes but is not limited to;
• A free childcare place for your child at a kinderzimmer nursery
• Access to 24-hour counselling
• Workwear allowance
• Annual personal development budget
• Wellness day
• Annual subscriptions to market leading fitness and mental health apps
• And much much more

What we're looking for

For our bespoke nursery, we are looking for experienced leaders to join us;

• Must be Level 3 qualified or above.
• Experience with an Early Years Leadership role ideally as a Deputy Manager or similar.
• A confident leader who has successfully participated in Ofsted inspections with "Good" or "Outstanding" outcomes.
• An inspirational Deputy Nursery Manager that can develop a high performing team

At kinderzimmer UK, we celebrate individuality and embrace diverse approaches to education, believing it enriches the experiences we create for children. We're looking for educators who bring their own unique style, whether that means diving right in and leading hands-on activities, setting up inviting resources for children to explore independently, or stepping back to let children initiate and complete tasks on their own. Instead of prescribing a single teaching method, we want to understand what makes you shine so we can place you in the nursery environment where your approach will truly thrive. So, whatever your style, we'd love to hear from you

How to apply

If you hold the relevant Early Years qualification (level 3 or above), then click apply now and submit your CV. A member of the kinderzimmer UK team will be in touch to discuss your application

We look forward to meeting you

Please note, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS and two references. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted within the advert.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £41,097.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free fitness classes

Work Location: In person