Deputy Nursery Manager – Peckham

Location: Peckham (SE15) Reporting to: Nursery Manager and Chairman

Salary: £30,000 to £34,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience)

Contract: Full Time – Permanent

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000 – £34,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience).
• Generous Annual Leave: 6 weeks total (includes 2 weeks at Christmas, 1 week in Summer, and 3 weeks of flexible holiday).
• Convenience: On-site parking available.
• Daily Meals: Fresh lunch provided daily via the Caterham catering system.

The Setting:

• Capacity: A “cozy” environment currently caring for 15 children.
• Premises: A charming two-story building (currently operating solely on the ground floor).
• Outdoor Learning: Features a dedicated outdoor area designed for active play and exploration.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Deputising: Support the Nursery Manager in daily operations and assume full responsibility for administration and nursery management in their absence.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all practices adhere to the Children Act, Health and Safety legislation, and Ofsted’s National Standards.
• Staff Management: Assist with recruitment, supervise students and staff, conduct regular assessments, and identify training needs to foster a high-performing team.
• Operational Excellence: Manage staff ratios and deployment effectively, ensuring daily routines (feeds, nappy changes, laundry, and meal supervision) are executed to a high standard.
• Curriculum & Care: Oversee the planning of stimulating activities that support the physical, emotional, and intellectual development of every child.
• Parent Partnership: Maintain strong, professional relationships with parents, providing regular updates and ensuring effective communication.
• Health & Safety: Maintain rigorous records for accidents, incidents, and risk assessments. Ensure strict adherence to medication administration policies.
• Inclusion: Champion equal opportunities, ensuring a diverse and inclusive environment that challenges discrimination in all forms.

Requirements (What we are looking for)

• Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Childcare (or higher).
• Experience: At least 2–3 years of current experience in a Deputy Manager role.
• Expertise: Proven practical knowledge of delivering high-quality learning opportunities and implementing the EYFS.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills for engaging with staff, children, and parents.
• Admin Skills: Strong organizational and IT skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records and write detailed reports.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000 – £34,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience).
• Generous Annual Leave: 6 weeks total (includes 2 weeks at Christmas, 1 week in Summer, and 3 weeks of flexible holiday).
• Convenience: On-site parking available.
• Daily Meals: Fresh lunch provided daily via the catering system.

If you are looking for a deputy manager position, apply now!