Deputy Nursery/Room Manager

Job Overview

We are looking for two dedicated and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager and Room Managers to support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of our Scotts Park and Blenheim nurseries. This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and education, supporting staff development, and maintaining a safe and stimulating environment for children.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the nursery.
• Lead the nursery in the absence of the Manager, ensuring continuity of care and compliance.
• You will be responsible for creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children can thrive
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Overseeing the daily operations of your room, support and mentor staff, and ensure the highest standards of care and education are maintained.
• Supervise and mentor practitioners, promoting professional development.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate a curriculum that meets the EYFS framework and individual needs of children.
• Maintain accurate records of children’s development and progress.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers, providing regular updates and support.
• Ensure the room complies with all safeguarding, health and safety, and Ofsted requirements.
• Monitor and manage resources effectively, ensuring the room is well-equipped and maintained.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and development opportunities.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and welfare standards are consistently met.
• Build strong relationships with external agencies.
• Contribute to staff recruitment, induction, and performance management.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning across the nursery.
• Support with administrative tasks including rotas, record-keeping, and inspections.