Nursery Deputy Manager

Position: Nursery Deputy Manager - Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School

Salary: £35,000 (dependent on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Qualification: Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential

At Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School , we pride ourselves on providing an Outstanding learning environment, as recognized by Ofsted in February 2018. Our unique Montessori approach, combined with the Early Years Foundation Stage, creates a nurturing space where children can thrive.

With a dedicated Forest School area, our passionate team is committed to outdoor learning and crafting exciting opportunities for children to explore and grow. We are on the lookout for an experienced Deputy Manager to join our friendly and dynamic team!

At Family First , we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!*
• Annual Leave: Start with 24 days, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!
• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750!
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children, plus access to wider discounts.
• Health & Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available.
• Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Company Pension Scheme

*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change.

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor at all times.
• Understand and uphold the statutory framework for the EYFS throughout the nursery.
• Assist in managing medication administration and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date.
• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources appropriate to each child's development stage.
• Promote respect and credibility through effective communication, impartiality, and consistency.
• Inspire the staff team with creative ideas and challenges to achieve outstanding practice.
• Maintain accurate records and accounts related to children and staff on the EyMan system.
• Undertake additional duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and the safety of all.

*Duties and responsibilities may evolve as needed.

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential
• Leadership experience - Essential
• Over 1 year of experience in Early Years - Essential
• Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential
• Over 1 year of experience 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

Take the next step in your career and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children’s lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Family First community!

Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families.

Discrimination based on gender, age, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic has no place within the Family First Group.