Are you a passionate Deputy Manager looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are currently recruiting for a Manager to work in Childcare & Children Centre Services based in The North London area.
Pay Rates: £27.81 - £36.40 per hour Umbrella Rate
Information the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Deputy Childcare & Children Centre Services Manager to join a busy Early Help & Prevention service within a local authority setting.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated childcare professional with strong leadership experience within Early Years, Nursery or Children Centre services.
About the Role
Working closely with the Executive Head of Childcare Services, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of childcare services across local authority-maintained nursery provisions, ensuring the delivery of high-quality early education and childcare services.
The successful candidate will support the leadership and operational management of the centres and deputise for senior management when required.
Key Responsibilities
Support the management and daily operation of childcare and children centre services
Assist in ensuring compliance with Ofsted requirements and safeguarding standards
Lead, supervise and support childcare staff including performance management and mentoring
Monitor children’s development and support planning for next steps in learning
Support budget monitoring and administration processes
Lead on sickness monitoring procedures in line with council policies
Support safeguarding procedures and child welfare responsibilities
Manage admissions and support vulnerable children accessing free entitlement places
Contribute to self-evaluation and Nursery Development Plans
Work flexibly across multiple sites within the borough when required
Essential Requirements:
Experience working within an Early Years or Childcare setting
Knowledge of Ofsted inspections and childcare regulations
Strong understanding of safeguarding and child development
Knowledge of EYFS, SEN Code of Practice and Children Act legislation
Experience supervising or leading staff teams
Strong communication, conflict resolution and organisational skills
IT skills including Microsoft Office and database systems
A current enhanced DBS registered on the update service.
Right to Work in the UK- No restrictions
What we offer:
24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area
4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme
Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.
To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact out Team on (phone number removed) or email
Salary description
£27.81 - £36.40 per hour