Deputy Manager
| Company: | Pixieland Day Nurseries |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £14.25 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Saltash, PL12 4AQ |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 21 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Oct 2026 |
Summary
A fantastic opportunity has become available at Pixieland Saltash. We are looking for a Nursery Deputy Manager, to fit well within our friendly team and learn skills on the job whilst supporting children's play, learning and development. We are looking for a professional attitude, but with a sense of fun and excitement as this allows out children to thrive within our nursery environment.
Purpose of post
· To work under the direction of the Manager and deputise for him/her as and when required
· To support the aims and objectives of the nursery and assist the Manager in the organisation of a high-quality establishment for children from birth to five years
· To provide high standards of childcare and education – to include the monitoring and review of provision, this includes providing a safe, caring environment to enable the emotional, social and educational development of children, through individual attention and group activities
· To support the team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop
· To direct and support staff as agreed by the Manager.
· To follow the manager’s job description when they are not on the premises.
Qualifications:
NVQ level 3
Main duties
· To promote the aims and objectives of the nursery
· To promote the high standards of the nursery at all times to parents, staff and visitors
· To assist the Manager in showing parents around the nursery facilities and sending out information
· To ensure the provision of high standards of physical and emotional care
· To lead a team of professional workers and to ensure good practice at all times
· To assist the Manager in setting and implementing objectives and policy for the nursery
· To assist with the planning and organisation of staffing schedules and holiday rotas to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained in accordance with Ofsted Inspectorate
· To assist with the implementation of administrative procedures involved with registration, place allocation, and other related matters
· To assist with the development and implementation of systems to monitor and record child development
· To assist with the preparation and maintenance of materials and equipment
· To be responsible for the health and safety standards appropriate for the needs of young children and ensuring staff compliance and awareness
· To ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times
· To ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children regardless of any disabilities, family backgrounds or medical history
· Support all team members with the early identification and intervention for children with possible special needs and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate
· To ensure confidentiality of all information received and shared
· To assist with staff development and training
· To assist the Manager in the supervision of training of students in placement within the nursery
· Liaise with parents, other family members and staff to help ensure that the particular needs of children are met and that parental choice is considered in terms of care given
· To liaise with outside agencies as required
· Assist the Manager with the efficient upkeep of the building and grounds and maintenance, stock of equipment, furnishings and fittings
· Maintaining staff awareness of the fire evacuation procedures in accordance with the code of practice
· To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. monthly training, planning meetings, monthly staff meetings, parents evening, fundraising events etc.
· To deputise for the Manager in his/her absence
· To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time-to-time by the Manager.
· To hand out leaflets and other promotional material in order to increase capacity in the nursery
· To carry out room observations and peer observations.
Experience:
- At least 2 years experience within a childcare setting
- Experience in leading teams, delegating tasks and able to be adaptable
Benefits
- Childcare discount
- company events
- referral programme
- Training and development
Our nurseries are committed to safe recruitment so a disclosure barring service check is required to be undertaken
If you would like to join our valued team please apply with your CV.
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