Asquith Nurseries

Assistant Manager - Raynes Park

London

£20,000 to £24,000 per Annum

Asquith is the UK’s leading provider of premium childcare with a portfolio of 81 Nurseries. With our team of expert trainers we take pride in the continuous development we offer to our staff, ensuring they become leaders of the future within Asquith. This is a great chance to become part of a fun and dynamic team.

We are currently seeking a proven Assistant Nursery Manager to join the existing team at our Raynes Park Day Nursery Day Nursery. Raynes Park is a 54 place setting close to Raynes Park and Wimbledon Chase rail stations with links to Waterloo and Clapham Junction, we are convenient for commuters – making your life easier. Morden tube (on the Northern Line) is also a short distance away, and we are just off the A3 with great access to motorways. There is ample parking.

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday.

Tell me more about the responsibilities of an Assistant Manager within Asquith?

In absence of the Manager, effectively manage day-day running of the nursery including all financial operations
Assist in maintaining accurate accounts for the nursery and produce management information when required
Assist in monitoring staff costs with regards to budget projections
To recruit, support, train and appraise all staff to ensure high quality childcare practice and to develop staff teams and individual practitioners
Lead in the implementation of the relevant curriculum
Develop staff to become leaders of the future within Asquith
Assist in the recruitment of all staff
Support and supervise all staff with their day - day duties
Assist in the supervisions and annual review systems with all staff in accordance with the company policy
Identify training needs, develop a training plan and evaluate training undertaken by staff
Work in consultation with HR in Disciplinary and Grievance investigations and meetings with regard to staff.
Be responsible for participating in all self - development activities
You will provide high standards of quality within the Nursery including the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
Ensure that children are kept safe and that staff understand and when necessary follow safeguarding procedures.
Implement Health and safety policies within the nursery and support from Risk Management team
Work with area SENCOs, EYFS advisors, health professionals and local Sure Start programmes as appropriate. Minimum Level 3 qualification or equivalent

What experience and qualifications must I have to apply?

A Minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience in a full day care setting
Experience of supporting and leading teams to improve best practice
Experience of Financial Management and Budget Planning
A sound knowledge of child protection procedures
Knowledge and understanding of key legislation related to childcare and education
The ability to plan and organise work load
Asquith Nurseries are committed to ensuring everyone in our organisation is responsible for Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced CRB disclosure

Position Type: Permanent (Full Time)
Contact: Hannah Leslie
Job Ref: AMRAYNES
Job Posted: 13/01/2012
Job Start: Immediate
Application Close: On Going