About SPACE Nursery

At SPACE, creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment is at the heart of everything we do.

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We believe children thrive when they feel connected to their peers, their families and the world around them.

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Our mission is to make parents’ lives easier by providing a caring, playful and curiosity-driven environment where children can learn, explore, make friends and most of all, have fun.

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Safe Play Accessible Community Education

A nurturing space where every child can learn, grow and shine.

Inspiring curiosity | Building community | Learning through play

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Your Role

As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will:

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• To support the Setting Manager in the day-to-day running of the setting.

• Manage the setting and undertake managerial duties in the absence of the Setting Manager.

• To undertake additional leadership responsibilities, including SENDCo.

• To adhere to and follow all health and safety policies and procedures.

• To supervise relevant staff, volunteers, work experience and student placements on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.

• To contribute to and attend supervisions and staff appraisals that promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the setting.

• To plan and run some regular team meetings.

• To liaise and work in partnership with external agencies (both statutory and voluntary) to support children within the setting as appropriate.

• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in the Managers absence within the setting dealing with and supporting any issues as they arise.

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What You’ll Need

Essential:

• Enhanced DBS check

• Previous experience of Nursery/Childcare Management (Required)

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification

• Strong safeguarding knowledge

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• A caring, child-focused approach

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent