Assistant Nursery Manager
St Nicholas Nursery
ASAP start or September 2022
Salary- £30,000 + Bonus
Full time 40 hours Mon to Fri
We are looking to appoint a passionate and experienced Assistant Nursery Manager at St Nicholas Nursery.
Our friendly nursery nurtures the children and provides a friendly, homely and caring environment in which our children will be able to grow in confidence, independence and social awareness. We also aim to recognise the individual needs of every child making us an inclusive practice which provides a secure and stimulating environment.
Located in North West London St Nicholas Nursery has a warm, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. With a wealth of experience our staff and supportive and inclusive, as our assistant manager you will be joining our team led by our passionate Nursery Manager. You will play a key role in continuing to provide an excellent level of service to all of our children. This management position is key and you will support our manager in every element of the nursery.
We are looking for an Assistant Manager who will be able to take on key responsibilities in our expanding nursery. Working closely with the manager you will be responsible for the development and growth of staff as well as demonstrating excellent childcare practices. Prior deputy experience or senior practitioner experience is essential for this role. You will be heavily involved in the day to day running of the nursery as well as assisting with recruitment, training and development of staff as directed by the manager.
We are looking for a fantastic assistant nursery manager who can;
- Demonstrate excellent practice in delivering the early years curriculum.
- Promote the values of the nursery the all staff, parents and children.
- Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with all staff.
- Assist with the maintenance of accurate records including occupancy to ensure growth and development.
- Assist with training and development of staff to fulfil their potential.
The successful Assistant Nursery Manager should be passionate about all areas of children’s learning.
Applicants should demonstrate the following qualifications & experiences:
- Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification in early years as a minimum.
- Have recent experience within a childcare setting
- Great passion for child development and a good working knowledge of the EYFS 0-5 years curriculum.
- Experience of working in a Senior EYP or deputy manager role.
- Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted statutory guidance
- Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding
- Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities
- Ability to deliver a high standard of childcare
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work productively with pupils, colleagues, parents and outside agencies
- Excellent planning, organising and time management skills
- A fantastic understanding for how a Nursery works.
- Excellent communication skills and able to work effectively in a team
As the Assistant Manager at St Nicholas Nursery you will play a an important role in this growing nursery. You will be involved and supported by the Inspired Learning Group of schools and Nurseries.
You will have the chance to join our great team and play a key role in delivering a high-quality childcare service to our young children.
As part of the Inspired Learning Group you will also benefit from;
- Competitive Salary including bonuses
- Annual salary review
- Professional Development and Training opportunities with the prospect of career and salary progression as our business grows
- Childcare fee discount
- Annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays with Annual leave increasing with service
- Pension scheme
- Refer a friend scheme up to £750
- Performance based cash incentives
- Health cash plan covering 10 healthcare benefits and services such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world.
- Employee Assistance Programme,
If you are an experience practitioner looking for a step up or a deputy manager looking for a new challenge at our nursery then this exciting opportunity is the role for you.
We look forward to your application, We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.
St Nicholas Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).