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Deputy Nursery Manager

Nurse Seekers are proud to be working on behalf of a lovely Nursery based near Hove, East Sussex. This quality setting are looking to recruit an inspirational, bubbly, motivated and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager who must be great at using your initiative, hard-working and an inspiring role-model for their young learners.  They are also seeking a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to complete their team.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure the safeguarding of all children, staff, parents and visitors is paramount and nursery policies and procedures are understood and followed by all staff
Oversee the quality of childcare provided.
Build strong relationships with parents and staff.
Undertake time in the nursery rooms as a role model.
Ensure the nursery always meets Ofsted requirements
Implement an effective and creative method of communication with staff, children and parents through a variety of means.
Plan and deliver a programme of activities suitable to the age range and ability of children in your area in conjunction with other staff.
To assist with the planning and organisation of staffing schedules and holiday rotas to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained in accordance with Ofsted and nursery procedures.
Undertake duties of the Nursery Manager in their absence or when required on a temporary basis or any other reasonable which may be identified by manager.
At all times to act in accordance with the ethos and values of the association and the general standards expected of all employees.
Essential Criteria

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare equivalent or above.
A good level of general education, to at least GCSE level in English and Maths, or equivalent.
Safeguarding and Child Protection Training in date
Experience of working to OFSTED Standards
Detailed knowledge of EYFS, Statutory and Learning and Development
Knowledge, understanding and practical experience of Day Care for young children
Able to enhance children’s learning and development
Benefits

Very Competitive Salary from £36k per annum
Continued professional development including Forest School qualification
Discounts on childcare fees
Gym, retail, cinema and restaurant discounts
Claim costs towards opticians and dental appointments and a range of therapy treatments
Access to specialist consultants, virtual GP appointments and counselling sessions
24-hour medical advice helpline access
Options to include a partner or children in full time education to the above offers
drawing and money management
Celebrations and team events
Employee of the month rewards
Refer a friend bonus scheme
Refer a new booking bonus scheme
Pension scheme
If this sounds like the type of vacancy you feel you have been looking for, then apply today! Alternatively email your most up-to-date CV to (url removed)