Deputy Nursery Manager in Greenwich, Greater London

We are recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to join a welcoming nursery in Greenwich. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Early Years professional looking to take the next step in their career, supporting the leadership team while helping to maintain high standards of care, learning and development across the setting.

This is a term-time only position working four days per week, offering a pay rate of £16.00-£16.50 per hour, depending on experience. The role would suit a Level 3 qualified Early Years professional with strong nursery experience and leadership skills, whether currently working as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner, Third in Charge or Deputy Manager.

You will be:

• Supporting the day-to-day management and smooth running of the nursery
• Leading, supporting and motivating staff to deliver outstanding practice
• Ensuring high standards of safeguarding, health and safety are maintained
• Managing staff deployment and ratios effectively throughout the day
• Supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing in line with the EYFS
• Working closely with the Nursery Manager to implement nursery policies and procedures
• Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Monitoring the quality of practice and supporting staff development
• Acting as a role model and maintaining a strong presence within the rooms
• Contributing to the ongoing growth and success of the setting

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or above and have strong experience working within a nursery setting. Previous leadership experience as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner, Third in Charge or Deputy Manager is required. The nursery is happy to support an ambitious candidate stepping up into a Deputy role, so previous Deputy Manager experience is not essential.

You will have a strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding requirements and child development, alongside excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.

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About UCM Education: 
UCM Education works closely with schools and nurseries across the UK to place teaching and support staff into roles where they can thrive. Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.