Deputy Nursery Manager

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager
Location: Chadwell Heath, East London
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you passionate about early years education and ready to take the next step in your childcare career?

A sensational Nursery and Preschool in Chadwell Heath is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to join our Senior Management Team. Based in the heart of Chadwell Heath, this exciting opportunity is perfect for an early year's professional looking to lead, inspire and make a real difference.

About the Role Deputy Nursery Manager:
As Deputy Nursery Manager, you'll play a vital role in supporting the Setting Manager with the day-to-day operation of the nursery. You will help lead the team to deliver outstanding childcare, ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, and uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, care, and education.

Your Responsibilities will Include:

• Supervising and mentoring staff and students
• Leading planning meetings and ensuring high-quality delivery of the EYFS curriculum
• Overseeing children's records, assessments and two-year progress checks
• Conducting risk assessments and ensuring a safe and stimulating environment
• Building strong partnerships with parents, carers, and the wider community
• Taking on full responsibility for the nursery in the manager's absence

Key Requirements - Deputy Nursery Manager, Chadwell Heath
To be Successful in This Role, You Will Need:

• A minimum Level 4 qualification in Early Years (Level 3 with extensive experience considered)
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Ofsted standards
• Previous leadership experience in an early years setting
• A passion for childcare and a commitment to excellence
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A full UK driving licence (essential)

Why Join?

• Supportive leadership team
• A positive, inclusive working culture
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to truly shape early years education in Chadwell Heath

How to Apply:
If you're an experienced early years professional ready to take on the rewarding role of Deputy Nursery Manager in Chadwell Heath, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a setting where your leadership will help shape the lives of young children.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'