Offering a salary from £40,000, this full-time position comes with an excellent benefits package, funded professional development and a structured progression pathway across the group's London nurseries.
You will be:
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Supporting the Nursery Manager with the effective day-to-day running of the nursery
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Providing strong leadership, guidance and support to the wider Early Years team
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Supporting staff deployment and maintaining appropriate ratios across the setting
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Promoting consistently high standards of care, learning and Early Years practice
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Supporting the delivery of a high-quality curriculum in line with the EYFS
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Maintaining strong safeguarding, health and safety and compliance standards
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Supporting staff development through supervision, mentoring and ongoing feedback
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Building positive and professional relationships with children, parents and families
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Supporting nursery administration, policies and operational procedures
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Working closely with the Nursery Manager to drive continuous improvement across the setting
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Stepping up to oversee the nursery confidently in the Nursery Manager's absence
The successful candidate will have strong Early Years experience, alongside previous leadership, supervisory or management experience within a nursery setting. You will have a thorough understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development, with the confidence to lead and develop a team whilst supporting the smooth operation of a busy nursery.
You will be an organised, proactive and supportive leader who is keen to continue developing professionally and progress within a growing nursery group.
Salary: From £40,000
Hours: 40 hours per week
Working pattern: Full-time
Benefits include:
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28 days' holiday plus 3 additional paid training days
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Funded training and professional development
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CPD completed during working hours
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50% childcare discount
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Pension scheme
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Mental health support and access to an online GP
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Clear career progression opportunities across the nursery group
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Generous staffing ratios
Think this could be the role for you? Apply now with your CV!
About UCM Education:
UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to place education professionals into roles where they can thrive. Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment
Salary description
£40000.00 - £40000.00 per year