Deputy Manager (Clapham Junction – Babies)
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Job Title: Deputy Manager (Curriculum Lead) Clapham Junction
Reports to: Nursery Manager (Sarah)
Direct Reports: Key Teachers Senior Assistants Assistants (when delegated)
Supports: Nursery Manager with site leadership curriculum quality and compliance.
Role Summary:
The Deputy Manager (Curriculum Lead) is the second in command at the nursery responsible for supporting the Nursery Manager in site leadership team development and operational delivery.
As Curriculum Lead the Deputy Manager ensures the curriculum is implemented to the highest standards aligned with Abacus Arks pedagogical principles
- Walking in the Shoes of the Child
- Purpose Driven Environments
- Dynamic and Responsive Curriculum
- Teachers as Facilitators and Education as Shared Responsibility
The Deputy Manager plays a pivotal role in mentoring staff overseeing observations and assessments and ensuring every child receives high quality learning and care experiences. They step up as Acting Manager in the absence of the Nursery Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership & Operational Support (Tier5 Accountability)
Act as second in command deputising for the Nursery Manager when required.
Support in delivering site KPIs including occupancy staffing ratios and compliance.
Lead on day to day staff support room coverage and operational problem solving.
2. Curriculum Implementation & Quality Assurance
Ensure curriculum planning and delivery meet Abacus Arks pedagogical principles.
Oversee observations assessments and planning to ensure all children are supported to
achieve their developmental goals.
Maintain high standards of learning environments across all rooms.
3. Staff Development & Mentoring
Act as a coach and mentor for Key Teachers and Assistants modelling best practice.
Support staff with planning observations and teaching strategies.
Contribute to staff induction and ongoing professional development.
4. Compliance & Safeguarding
Support the Nursery Manager in ensuring full compliance with EYFS Ofsted and safeguarding standards.
Maintain accurate records of curriculum delivery observations and childrens progress.
Ensure that all staff understand and follow safeguarding and safer recruitment requirements.
5. Parent Partnerships
Build strong relationships with parents through regular communication feedback and meetings.
Support the Nursery Manager with parent engagement events settling in processes and feedback reviews.
Linked Accountabilities from the Matrix
Tiers of management > Accountability Area > Role in the Matrix
Tier3: Ops Director: Execution > Supports delivery of KPIs set by Ops Director & COO
Tier4: Nursery Manager: Site leadership > Deputises for the Manager and ensures curriculum quality
Tier5: Deputy Manager (Curriculum Lead) > Owns curriculum delivery and staff coaching
Tier610: H&S Lead Teachers Assistants > Guides and supports teaching teams
Success Indicators
Curriculum delivery meets Abacus Ark pedagogical standards.
Observations and assessments completed to required timelines and quality.
Staff demonstrate strong teaching practice and continuous professional growth.
Positive feedback from parents on communication and learning progress.
Nursery achieves or maintains Good/Outstanding Ofsted ratings.
Professional Requirements
Level 3 Early Years Educator (minimum); Level5 or above preferred.
Strong understanding of EYFS curriculum planning and child development.
Experience in mentoring staff and supporting team development.
Good knowledge of Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.
Ability to lead in the Managers absence.
If you are interested please apply or email Beth on to find our more information.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
- Military Intelligence
- Program Management
- Military Experience
- SAFe
- ITIL
- Project Management
- Team Management
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
