Assistant Deputy Manager

We're N Family. Inspired by futures. Focused on achieving every goal. Empowered by people who dream. No matter how big or small your dream is. We're here for dreams of all sizes.

We began with a dream. To be the highest quality, and most loved, early years education group in the UK. We imagined a future of early years education that was different. Where a focused, curriculum-led approach would inspire big dreamers and big career movers. Where children are prepared for this ever-changing, modern world and where people come to life when they come to work!

From industry leading salaries and a refreshed approach to flexibility for better work-life balance, to around the world trips and lifelong learning through the N Academy. Our benefits are there to support every dream at every stage of life.

As an Assistant Deputy Manager you'll drive exceptionally high standards in line with our Wildly Important Goals (WIG), partnering with your Nursery Manager to lead and deliver Outstanding education, brilliant customer service and build a successful team. These goals define our difference and you'll match our belief in making dreams become reality. For every child, every team member and yourself.

Commute with ease - Our nursery is strategically placed for convenience, with the Chertsey train station nearby, ensuring a swift and delightful journey. For those who enjoy the open road, a short drive from the M25 and M3 brings the excitement right to our doorstep.

- Earn between £28,500-£32,500, rewarding your hard work and dedication

- Enjoy a performance related bonus of up to £1,750 per year

- Revel in up to 32 days of holiday a year (including 3 days between Christmas/ New Year and a 'Me' day off of your choice!)

- Indulge in complimentary daily lunch and drinks

- Access a personal development fund of £100 per year

- Funding and paid time off for Level 3/EYTT/ EY Degrees/Forest School/Leadership and other training and professional development through our N Academy

- Enjoy our £100 clothing allowance - we don't wear uniforms!

- Enjoy our family-friendly benefits including fostering/neonatal leave, enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, and Shared Parental leave pay after 2 years of continuous service and more

- Childcare discount of 40%

- Emergency childcare: 6 back-up childcare days in any of our nurseries.

There's more...

- Round the world trip and 2 weeks additional holiday for 5 years service

- OUT OF THIS WORLD trip and 2 weeks additional holiday for 10 years of service

- Refer a friend bonus of £1,000 (plus other incentives) for existing and ex employees

- Enjoy team discounts for groceries, retailers, days out, and more with the Each Person's app

- Season pass loan and cycle to work scheme

- Join in the festivities with our Winter party & Summer BBQ and in our regular socials

- Gym membership and digital classes discounts with My Gym Discounts

If you hold a relevant Early Years qualification (level 3 or above), then seize the opportunity to be part of a revolutionary era at N Family Club. Click to apply and unlock the extraordinary benefits that await you in 2024. Your dream career starts with us!

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- Create, and ensure there is, a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone plays as a team and can achieve their full potential, promoting the N Family Club culture and values

- Be the Designated Safeguarding Lead in the absence of the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager;

- Model outstanding care and education;

- Be responsible for supporting the Deputy Manager to ensure the entire nursery team delivers the highest quality education in line with the N Pedagogy and Curriculum. You will ensure that the nursery self-evaluation is up to date and that actions are followed through promptly. This includes measures set by an Education Advisor, N100 audits, and mock inspections;

- Be responsible for planning and logistics, including the pattern of the day routine, set up of learning experiences across the nursery, managing sufficient ratios and rotas;

- Overall responsibility for the timely completion for the following: daily risk assessments; health and safety; EYFS statutory requirements and the overall quality of education;

- Regularly review and update the nursery risk assessments, ensuring the nursery is a minimal risk environment and that all team members are well-versed in our specified control measures;

- Continually action, maintain and critically assess all policies, procedures and practice to drive improvement and embed an open culture of behavioural safety;

- Promote professional development by providing regular feedback, guidance, coaching and learning opportunities;

- Build and maintain excellent relationships with parents, including nursery tours;

- Manage Bank and Agency staff, when necessary, and ensure their documentation is appropriate and up to date when they arrive at the nursery. Manage their deployment and ensure they get an induction to the nursery before going into Family Rooms;

- Provide cover in Family Rooms for any staff absences and appointments, be able to provide good care and model good practice for all ages meeting the Welfare requirements;

- Assist the manager in personnel and staffing procedures and issues, including carrying out interviews for new staff, return to work interviews, one-to-one meetings, disciplinaries, etc;

- Assist the Deputy Manager with invoicing and funding, dealing with queries relating to these and setting them up on the system;

- Promote and role-model safeguarding procedures and the importance of child welfare, taking the lead as Designated Safeguarding Lead as and when required;

- Ensure that our high standards of cleanliness are maintained throughout the day

- Respect and value all team members, children and parents, encouraging a positive and diverse working environment

- Be a role model for exceptionally high standards, never cutting corners, thriving on feedback, and leading educational excellence.

- Responsible for always adhering to the company's H&S policy: "Statement of Intent"

- Support nursery operations with ad-hoc tasks to ensure the smooth running of the nursery

We began with a dream. To be the highest quality, and most loved, early years education group in the UK. We imagined a future of early years education that was different. Where a focused, curriculum-led approach would inspire big dreamers and big career movers. Where children are prepared for this ever-changing, modern world and where people come to life when they come to work!

At N, we have a commitment to safeguarding our children and thoughtfully prioritise the safety and well-being of everyone in our nurseries. As part of our commitment to ensuring a secure environment, we diligently adhere to the guidance provided by regulatory bodies. Our dedication to safer recruitment practices is underscored by our compliance with key legislation designed to protect vulnerable individuals.

By embracing these laws and legislation (DBS Code of Practice; DBS Referral Guidance; Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and Regulated Activity), we uphold the highest standards of safety and accountability, fostering a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive.