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Deputy Manager | Forest & Montessori Nursery

LOCATION: Bounds Green, North London (N22)

SALARY: £14.00 – £15.50 per hour (£26,208 – £29,016 per annum)

HOURS: 36 hours per week over 4 Days CONTRACT: Permanent, All Year Round

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and "hands-on" Nursery Deputy Manager to join a unique setting in Bounds Green. This nursery is part of an established group of three across North London and Hertfordshire, dedicated to the harmony of Montessori principles and Forest School outdoor learning.

The setting focuses on kindness, nature, and sustainability—evident in their beautiful handmade wooden resources and nutritious, vegetarian menu.

The setting:

• Age Group: Dedicated to children aged 2 to 5 years (facilitating a smooth transition from their nearby "under 2s" sister site).
• Environment: Designed with a "mini-primary school" feel, accommodating up to 32 children with distinct, purposeful activity areas.
• Philosophy: A focus on sustainability and deep connection with the natural world.

We are looking for a leader who will:

• Act with Initiative: Think like a founder. You should be able to anticipate the needs of the nursery and confidently manage the floor in the Manager's absence.
• Embrace the Outdoors: As a Forest setting, we prioritise candidates with a genuine passion for outdoor pedagogy.
• Be Presence-Led: This is not a "desk-bound" role. You will be working directly with the team to ensure excellence in daily operations.
• Value Connection: A true team player who invests time in understanding both staff and children.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Leadership: Collaborate with the Manager to design and monitor a high-quality EYFS curriculum, supported by the setting owners.
• Educational Excellence: Ensure staff are effectively deployed to provide optimal stimulation and support, including "hands-on" care and comforting of children.
• Ofsted Readiness: Maintain an action plan to ensure the setting consistently achieves a "Good" or "Outstanding" rating.
• Performance Management: Support the owners with staff inductions, probations, supervisions, and appraisals.
• Operational Care: Supervise daily routines, including physical care and mobility support, ensuring a seamless experience for all children.

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Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum Requirement: Level 3 or 4 qualification in Childcare.
• Desired: Montessori Diploma, Level 5+ in Early Years, or a relevant Degree.
• Experience: At least 2 years of current experience in a Deputy Manager role.
• Forest School Knowledge: A solid understanding of outdoor learning activities.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for parent liaison and accurate record-keeping.
• Compliance: Strong knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice, Safeguarding, and Equal Opportunities.

Why Apply?

If you are looking for a role that offers a 4-day working week, a beautiful natural environment, and clear room for professional progression, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join this nature-led community!

Pay: £30,000 to £32,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Thursday 8-5pm and Friday 8-2pm

Working Pattern: Full Time during term time 34 weeks a year plus occasional weeks to be worked in school holidays

Location: North London - Islington (N1)

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We have an amazing opportunity for a nursery school secretary position based in North London!

Responsibilities

• The allocation of duties will be made in discussion with the Principal and Deputy Principal, with regard to the postholders’ skills, experience and interests.
• Answer and redirect phone calls and emails
• Book visits and meetings and schedule events
• Order office stationery and school supplies
• Order groceries for school on a weekly basis
• Manage and update school class lists
• Manage and update allergy lists for staff and children
• Manage and update contact lists for staff and children
• Manage and update lists for extra classes (Ballet, French, Yoga, Computers and Choir)
• Manage and update invoicing parents for school fees.
• Manage and update the Nursery Education Grant.
• Liaise with extra class teachers.
• Submit expense reports to accountant on a monthly basis
• Manage petty cash, cheque payments and card payments
• Handle queries from managers, teaching staff and parents
• Update school policies and procedures and ensure compliance with them
• Book school training
• Maintain a filing system for data on customers and external partners
• Prepare regular reports and presentations
• Organize, store and print company documents as needed
• Carrying out any other reasonable requests in line with the broad responsibilities of the role.
• Manage invoices and receipts through Xero.
• Front of house contact with parents
• Presentable and adhere to dress code
• Be able to fill in positions of Principal if Principal is going on school duties outside of the school.
• Support Principal through other duties if requested

Skills

Have strong verbal and writing communication skills

Desired

- Must understand school legislations including Ofsted, safeguarding

- Must have at least 2 years expereince working in simarlar role or as a Nursery School Secretary in a UK based school or nursery/children centre

What we can offer:

This role offers a rewarding environment where your organisational talents will contribute significantly to the smooth running of our school. We welcome applications from candidates who are motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to support our educational community.

Apply now!