Deputy nursery manager

Job title ndash; Deputy Nursery Manager Location ndash; Chelsea, South West London Salary ndash; GBP38,000 - GBP40,000 per annum Duration ndash; Perm/Full-time Sector ndash; Education A newly established independent day nursery located in a quiet residential street in Chelsea, South West London is seeking an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join its team of dedicated practitioners. The nursery is linked to a prep-school and has a capacity of approximately 20 children ranging from babies to five years old. Along with a salary of up to GBP40,000 per annum, you will also receive a range of benefits including 5 weeks paid holiday, service recognition rewards, a pension scheme, season ticket loans, a pay and reward scheme, learning and development opportunities, an employee assistance programme, free daily breakfast and refreshments and individual Christmas and birthday presents. As a Deputy Nursery Manager, your duties will include: * Promoting high standards of quality within the nursery and the environment * Ensuring that resources and experiences offers to children are in line with the company #39;s ethos and approach to Early Years Education * Ensuring that practice and provision meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage * Ensuring that children are kept safe, and that staff understand and follow Safeguarding procedures * Assisting with the effective day-to-day management of the nursery * Maintaining effective methods of communication with children, staff, parents carers * Developing positive working relationships with staff * Responsible for ensuring compliance in respect of suitably trained staff with relevant First Aid qualifications We are looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager who has the following skills and experience: * Previous experience in a similar role or an experienced Room Leader looking to step up. * Minimum NVQ level 3 qualification or equivalent. * Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety legislation. * Excellent knowledge of OFSTED standards. * Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum. * Good time management skills. * Excellent communication skills. * Strong people management skills. To apply for this role as Deputy Nursery Manager, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV