Nursery deputy manager Fulham

Nursery Deputy Manager - Fulham

Full time - 40 hours

Brand new setting!

Salary up to 36k

Why Join Us

• A supportive close-knit team with low staff turnover
• Regular mentoring and career development opportunities
• 22 days holiday bank holidays
• Extra day off for your birthday (after 1 year)
• Performance and attendance-based bonuses
• A chance to make a genuine difference every day

Job Types: Full-time Permanent

Pay: 34000.00-36000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Were seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to join our friendly team in ourbrand new settingbased in Fulham. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work brings a sense of fun to their day and genuinely loves supporting childrens development in a caring and engaging environment.

We are a well-established family-run group of Montessori nurseries with over 30 years of experience providing exceptional childcare in London. Our setting is known for its warm nurturing atmosphere long-serving team and strong reputation with both parents and local childcare professionals - and we would love a deputy manager who aligns with these values.

What Youll Be Doing

This is a dual role combining time in the room with leadership and administrative responsibilities as a part of your role as deputy. These responsibilities include:

• Support and guide a passionate team of practitioners
• Mentor and train staff promoting high standards of care and education
• Lead on observations supervisions and staff development
• Ensure compliance with all safeguarding and EYFS requirements
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers
• Contribute to planning and implementation of the Montessori curriculum
• Assist with nursery administration and day-to-day management

What Were Looking For

Were looking for someone special! Someone who brings both professionalism and joy to their work:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements
• Proven leadership skills in a nursery setting
• A caring compassionate approach to working with children
• A great communicator and a natural team player
• Organised responsible and full of positive energy
• Montessori experience is a plus but not essential

Application question(s):

• Do you have a valid UK work VISA

Experience:

• Nursery: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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Best Start Recruitment want to help you to make the right choice in your next career move. If you meet the criteria set above or would like Early Years Career advice please apply ASAP for an informal and confidential chat.

We cater for all Early Years jobs and currently have Nursery Manager Deputy Manager QTS Montessori Room Leader and Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse vacancies.