Deputy Nursery Manager

Our Deputy Nursery Manager will provide inclusive play and learning opportunities for all children attending the nursery and maintain a safe, stimulating and enjoyable environment. You will be responsible for all curriculum planning within the nursery and manage the provision, including staffing levels in the absence of the Nursery Manager.

We’re looking for an individual who holds a relevant and recognised childcare qualification at Level 3 as a minimum and who has demonstrable post-qualification experience of working with children to include implementing EYFS. An effective leader who can work well as part of a team, you will be able to communicate effectively at all levels and have knowledge of legislation relevant to Early Years such as EYFS, SEN, safeguarding and Childcare Act 2006.

A leadership and management qualification would be advantageous, as would a recent paediatric first aid certificate and a food hygiene certificate.

Closing date for the return of an online application form is 19th July 2019.

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

The benefits package includes generous annual leave, pension scheme, subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training.

The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students’ success at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.

This is a Blue Octopus Recruitment Ltd vacancy who are operating as an employment agency. Once you have clicked to apply for this vacancy, we will then send you more information on the role including a copy of the application form via email.