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Job description

The role of the Deputy Manager is to assist the Manager in the day-to-day running of the Nursery, including general administration duties, managing the staff and the building, and organizing/implementing a stimulating and varied program of age appropriate activities for the children in the nursery in line with the High/Scope approach. Please see employer website for full job details & person specification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care and education and liaise with the manger in setting targets for improvement.
• Efficiently and effectively deal with any untoward incidents and complaints.
• Ensure the post holder and the Nursery staff adhere to BCM’s policies and procedures e.g. confidentiality, data protection, protection of vulnerable groups, equal opportunities, harassment etc.
• Responsible for organizing and implementing a stimulating and varied program of age appropriate activities which ensure the needs of each individual child are met.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Level 5 CCLD qualification.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the management and support of staff and trainees in a day nursery setting.
• At least 2 years Early Years practice in a day nursery setting with children aged 0-5 years including additional needs care.
• Excellent knowledge of registration and inspection criteria.
• The Right to Work in the UK

Desirable Skills

• Ability to work flexibly to meet business needs.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, eg childcare health and safety, employment law.
• Able to demonstrate up to date knowledge of current thinking in the early years field and child development.

Further Information

Location: Puddleducks, Grosvenor House. Work Time: 16 hours per week - 2 days per week, to be confirmed.