[ref. p5571002] Trainee Deputy Manager

A leading group of independent Montessori nurseries and preschools in West London are currently recruiting for an experienced Third In Charge or Room Leader looking to step up and get trained as a Deputy Nursery Manager.

Salary Offered – £26k to £29k + Benefits

Hours – FT 40 hours / week with rotating early and late shifts between 7.30am to 6.30pm. Option of fixed Early Shift available for 730-430

Location - Acton W3 - 2 Min away from South Acton Station

Good mental and physical health. Friendly, flexible approach. Willingness to learn.

• Deputise for the Manager.
• Oversee the smooth running of the nursery.
• Lead the staff team to deliver high quality practice within the nursery.
• Ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care and development for children placed in the Day Nursery.
• Observe each child’s progress and report on achievements, looking for progression and continuity alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Ensure that no child is ever left on their own in the room / nursery / outing.
• Understand and participate in the key person system. To ensure that your own key children

• Deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and any other appropriate guidance for young children in accordance with nursery’s policy and guidelines.
• Action and monitor all child safeguarding / protection issues / accidents to ensure that any remedial action is taken immediately. Ensure close monitoring of children about whom there are concerns.
• Carry out health and safety checks as required to ensure the room / nursery is tidy, safe, clean and secure for children, staff, parents/carers and visitors .
• Participate in free flow systems. This aids children’s development in self-assurance, independence, making choices and self-selecting.
• Promoting positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues.

• Childcare qualified to Level 3
• You may have experience of the following: Third In Charge, Room Supervisor or Room Manager or Room Leader.
• Training in Child Protection and Safeguarding Children.
• Training in Behaviour Management.
• A recent Paediatric First Aid certificate.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and an ability to write reports as directed by the manager.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS.

• 28 days paid holidays including bank holidays.
• Half Day off on your birthday
• Funded training courses to develop your career
• Financial support towards further qualifications
• Career progression and promotion opportunities
• Increased salary for Level 3 Forest School Leaders
• Health care benefits including optical, dental, chiropody and therapy (physio and osteo)
• Westfield Rewards - Exclusive special offers and discounts from more than 450 High Street and online retailers.
• Free 24 hours counselling and advice line on wide range of issues
• Ofsted "Outstanding" outcome - "M&S gift voucher" for each staff
• Staff discount for childcare
• Pension Scheme

If you have the relevant experience & qualification and would like to be a part of a progressive team please send your cv.