Deputy Manager - Term Time
Start September 2024
Foundations Community Pre-School has been operating since September 2010 and has now expanded to three settings, all within close proximity of each other. We have been awarded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted 5 inspections running, the most recent in March 2023. We continue to aim to provide the very best in Early Years Education and Care.
About us:
Come and join us in one of our Outstanding Pre-School settings:
Foundations Community Pre-School has been operating since September 2010 and has now expanded to three settings, all within close proximity of each other. We have been awarded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted 5 inspections running, the most recent in March 2023. We continue to aim to provide the very best in Early Years Education and Care.
Are you:
· Passionate about all things Early Years
· Hard working
· Experienced in leading a team and coaching staff
· Someone who knows the importance of going above and beyond to achieve excellence in your role
· Able to work under pressure to maintain high standards
Do you:
· Have a minimum of 2yrs Pre-School or nursery experience
· Hold a minimum level 2 qualification
· Have a sound understanding of Safeguarding.
- Have a sound knowledge of the latest EYFS framework and regulations
If so, we are looking for a Deputy Manager to work 38 weeks per year, term time only. You will work alongside and experience Manager who has been with us for many years.
This role is to support the manager in the organisation of setting and to ensure high standards of care, education, safety and well-being of children, their families and Pre-School staff at all times.
You will be expected to support the aims and ethos of the Pre-School and work closely with the Owners in reviewing policies, planning, and day to day procedures. The Owners are very much involved in supporting the management team and administration and leading the teams. You will support in conjunction with the Manager the day-to-day operations and not be expected to be involved in invoicing, funding, and registration of new children etc. You will be counted in ratio during the week with allotted time for paperwork.
What we offer you:
Hours: 25-36hrs per week (term time only) to be agreed, with the option of a session off in the week. We are open for 38 weeks per year. You will be expected to start at 8.30am and finish at 4.30pm subject to the sessions you are working.
Salary: £21,500 per year based on 36hrs per week term time only. Final salary agreed is based on hours and experience.
Other Benefits:

• Experience and supportive management team so you never feel on your own
• Flexible working hours
• Company Pension Scheme
• Staff Discount on Pre-School Fees (After Probation)
• Tech Scheme offering discounts and interest free payments on items.
• Free DBS Check
• Ongoing continuous development, training and mentoring
• Free Flu Jab
• Free Uniform
• 30 minutes paid lunch break
• Annual Christmas Party
• Annual Staff BBQ
• Staff Socials throughout the year
• Non-contact time to complete paperwork and management tasks

Full detailed job Description is available on request
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £21,500.00 per year
Expected hours: 25 – 36 per week
Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Woking, Surrey: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Pre-School/Nursery: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 2 childcare or above (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 11/09/2024