Montessori Cottage Nurseries Vacancies

Deputy Manager – Linton

Location: Montessori Cottage Nurseries Linton, The Old Station House, Station Road, Linton CB21 4NW
Contract Type: Full time, permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week

About Us

Montessori Cottage Nurseries Linton is a warm, nurturing and established Montessori setting dedicated to providing high quality early years education. We focus on independence, creativity and child centred learning within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Role Overview

The Deputy Manager supports the Nursery Manager in the daily running of the nursery and ensures that all children receive exceptional emotional, educational and developmental care. This role involves leading and mentoring staff, maintaining high standards of practice and ensuring compliance with EYFS and safeguarding requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager with day to day operations
• Lead staff teams and promote high quality practice
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing and development of all children
• Support with staff supervision, training and performance
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
• Maintain compliance with the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures
• Support planning, curriculum development and quality assurance

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification, Level 4 or 5 preferred
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding
• Experience in a senior or leadership position
• Interest in Montessori pedagogy, training provided
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to motivate, support and inspire a team

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Montessori CPD and further development opportunities
• Supportive Montessori leadership team
• Progression within a growing nursery group
• Additional days holiday
• On duty meals and refreshments
• Set rota
• Pension

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