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Nursery Deputy Unit Manager

Megalo Recruit

Chorleywood

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 29,000

Full time

17 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Deputy Unit Manager for a vibrant nursery setting near Watford. This role offers a fantastic salary of up to £29,000 PA, with opportunities for overtime and flexible working hours. You will be part of a supportive team, ensuring high-quality care and education for children. The nursery promotes professional development and offers numerous benefits, including generous holiday leave and childcare discounts. If you're passionate about early years education and ready to make a difference, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Up to 35 days holiday
50% discount on childcare
Paid lunch hour
Progression opportunities
Pension Scheme
Incentives and rewards
Overtime offered

Qualifications

  • Must hold a Level 3 or above Early Years and childcare qualification.
  • 2+ years of Senior/Room Leader experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage nursery unit and support staff in daily operations.
  • Ensure compliance with EYFS standards and safeguarding policies.

Skills

NNEB or relevant Early Education and Childcare qualification
Knowledge of updated EYFS
Safeguarding knowledge
Health and Safety knowledge
Communication skills
Teamwork ability
Relationship building with parents and staff

Education

Early Years and childcare qualification Level 3 or above

Job description

You MUST hold a full and relevant Early Years and childcare qualification at Level 3 or above.


Looking for a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Deputy Unit Manager to work at this amazing setting close to Watford, Hertfordshire. DRIVER PREFERRED. You must have previous Senior/Room Leader experience of 2+ years.


A rural setting with a difference - friendly, and welcoming.


Working hours are Monday to Friday, all year round, working on a shift pattern basis, 40 hours per week, covering 730am-7pm, with 1 hr for lunch.


FANTASTIC SALARY OF UP TO £29,000 PA (LV3). Overtime available too. 9, 9.5 or 10 hour days - flexible depending upon your requirements.


Positions available in:

  1. Babies
  2. Toddlers
  3. 2-3s
  4. Preschool rooms

What benefits do they offer?

  1. Up to 35 days holiday (includes bank holidays), closed between Christmas and New Year.
  2. 50% discount on childcare.
  3. Paid lunch hour.
  4. Progression opportunities.
  5. Pension Scheme.
  6. Incentives and rewards for hard work.
  7. Overtime offered to boost salaries.

Why apply for this nursery/role?

  1. Excellent salary for the Watford area - up to £29,000 (LV3s).
  2. Full support/mentoring with internal promotional opportunities at this setting.
  3. Progression and training courses encouraged for self-promotion.
  4. Lots of sweets/treats in the staff room.

What skills are required for this role?

  1. NNEB or a full and relevant Early Education and Childcare qualification (e.g. NVQ/Diploma/BTEC) Level 3 or higher (NOT HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE).
  2. Good/Solid knowledge of the UPDATED EYFS, Safeguarding and Health and Safety.
  3. Previous nursery experience of working.
  4. Great communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
  5. The ability to liaise with and develop good relationships with parents and staff at all levels.

Interested? Please email your current CV via email to Mandy and/or ring 07728 616 616, if you are interested.


Megalo Recruit Ltd is a leading Early Years and Primary Education Recruitment Agency working with nurseries and primary schools across London and the Home Counties. We promise to treat your application in the strictest confidence.


We will always arrange a telephone or video interview with you first and we will not send your profile to any clients or request any references without your consent.


Job Types: Full-time, Permanent


Salary: £28,000.00-£29,000.00 per year


Benefits:

  1. Childcare
  2. Company events
  3. Company pension
  4. Employee discount
  5. Flexitime

Schedule:

  1. Day shift
  2. Monday to Friday
  3. No weekends

School type:

  1. Day nursery
  2. Private nursery school

Work Location: In person

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