Deputy Manager

The Coach House Day Nursery are seeking a skilled Nursery Deputy Manager / Forest School Lead to join their team. Within this role you will need to develop high quality practice and promote outdoor learning. An enjoyment of being outside is essential for this role due to our inspiring environment and you must be able to drive to reach our wonderful setting.

Within this role, you will:
Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent, and visitor at all times.

Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery.

Assist in managing the acceptance and administration of medication and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date for children or staff with health conditions.

Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources that are appropriate to their age and stage of development.

Promote respect and credibility for this position through effective communication skills, impartiality, and consistency.

Inspire staff team with creative ideas and new challenges with aim to achieve outstanding practice.

Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file.

Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families.

• Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.
  
  Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential


Leadership experience - Essential

Over 1 years' experience of working in Early Years - Essential

Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential

Over 1 years' experience of working in a management position - Desirable.

Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership - Desirable

Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection to good or outstanding - Desirable

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Salary ranging from £26,000 - £28,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience

40 hours per week, Family First benefits include annual leave starting at 24 days on top of a paid birthday day off and bank holidays. On top of this we have discounted nursery fees for all our teams, friends and family, access to a discount/perks platform with exceptional learning & development opportunities tailored to you.
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