YMCA! Nursery Deputy Manager

Childcare
Dudley
20 June 2025
Permanent

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Job Description

Are you passionate about supporting young people and committed to leading high-quality care and education? YMCA is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to assist in the daily operations of our childcare setting. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring the provision of a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children, supporting the Manager in leadership, compliance, and development of the setting you!

  • Location: 29 Saint James’s Rd, Dudley DY1 3JD
  • Salary: Starting from £13.22ph
  • Hours: Full time, 37-40 hours per week to work varied shifts between 7:30-6:00pm

Responsibilities

  • Support the Nursery/Setting Manager in the day-to-day running of the provision, stepping in during their absence.
  • Lead and mentor a team of childcare practitioners to deliver exceptional care and early years education.
  • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, EYFS, Ofsted, and YMCA policies and procedures.
  • Help manage staffing rotas, training, and supervisions.
  • Build strong relationships with children, parents, and professionals, promoting effective communication and partnership working.
  • Monitor and assess children’s development, maintaining accurate records and reports.
  • Support with curriculum planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities.
  • Assist with administrative duties including health and safety checks, risk assessments, and budget control where required.

Requirements

  • Level 3 qualification (or above) in Early Years/Childcare – essential
  • Proven experience in a senior childcare role or as a Room Leader/Deputy
  • Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
  • Leadership qualities with the ability to motivate a team
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Passionate about supporting children’s development and wellbeing
  • A clear, enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures

Safeguarding Statement for the Nursery Deputy Manager

Position is subject to a successful interview, enhanced DBS check with 2 satisfactory references (including most recent employer), Right to work in the UK, qualification and any other relevant checks.

This job is advertised on the nurseries behalf and by applying for this job, you are consenting to being contacted by Green Bee Recruitment.

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