Deputy Childcare and Centre Services Manager

3 months contract with a local authority Job Purpose The Deputy Childcare & Childrens Centre Services Manager is a key member of the senior management team, supporting the delivery of high-quality early years education and childcare services across local authority-maintained nursery provisions. Key Duties/Accountabilities Support the day-to-day management of childcare services across multiple nursery settings. Assist in maintaining high standards of early years education and care provision. Contribute to service planning, self-evaluation, and development planning. Support Ofsted readiness and inspection requirements. Support the implementation and monitoring of safeguarding policies and procedures. Take responsibility for safeguarding in the absence of the Executive Head. Promote child welfare and ensure early identification of safeguarding concerns. Support vulnerable children, including managing admissions and transitions. Essential Experience Required Experience working within Early...