Deputy Nursery Manager

Job Overview

Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking to join a nurturing, award-winning Nursery? We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join the friendly and supportive nursery team at King’s St Alban’s Prep School Nursery.

King’s St Alban’s Nursery offers a warm and nurturing environment. We are proud to provide a ‘family feel’ setting to ensure children gain the stability needed to develop confidence and independence as they start their school journey. Our team of hugely committed practitioners love making sure that our children are greeted warmly on arrival and encouraged to participate in a variety of activities.

This post would suit an individual with lots of ideas, energy, ambition and enthusiasm; a proactive team player who will work alongside the Nursery Manager on a day-to-day basis, ensuring the continued success of our award winning provision whilst becoming involved in the wider life of King’s St Alban’s and the King’s Foundation.

• Manage delivery of the Early Years curriculum in Nursery in conjunction with the Nursery Manager
• Foster strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Work closely with the Nursery Manager in many areas including communication, curriculum, assessment, staffing, development and use of facilities
• Act as Room Leader for one of the Nursery rooms
• Champion robust safeguarding practices.

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education (or equivalent) is essential
• A BA in Education Studies or degree in Childhood Studies is desirable
• At least two years’ experience in a nursery setting
• An approachable, friendly and caring nature with the ability to assist in leading a team with confidence
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• A friendly, supportive and inspiring working environment, with great team dynamics
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A purpose built setting with excellent indoor and outdoor facilities
• Access to a wide range of staff benefits (please see below)

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This is a permanent, year-round position, 37.5 hours per week.

As soon as possible following the successful completion of pre-employment checks.

Up to £29,367 per annum depending on skills and experience.

• We promote the values of mutual respect and integrity at every level in the Foundation, and we are an equal opportunities employer.
• A highly successful, well-resourced school with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a positive outlook.
• A competitive salary, commensurate with the importance of the post and with the experience and qualities of the successful candidate.
• Access to an Aviva Defined Contribution Pension Scheme for teaching and support staff.
• A generous fee remission for up to two children of employees who attend schools in the King’s Foundation (pro-rata for part-time staff) following two years of service.
• A genuinely rewarding role as well as career development and support for professional studies, if appropriate. Whatever the role, we offer excellent training and development. We are also committed to promoting from within whenever we can, giving the chance to build a great future at King’s.
• Access to the School’s outstanding sports facilities including the gym and swimming pool at agreed times.
• Staff are able to purchase private medical insurance through the School in order to benefit from group premium rates.
• Lunch is provided for employees during the school day, plus hot drinks and snacks.
• Employees have full use of School library resources and services.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free Yoga classes.
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

The King’s Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child…