Nursery Manager
Salary: Up to £28,000
Hours: 40 hours per week, all year round

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a dynamic and supportive nursery team. Our client, a well-established nursery, is looking for a dedicated individual to take on the responsibility of overseeing the day-to-day management of the nursery, ensuring high-quality care and education for all children.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about leading a team, fostering a nurturing environment, and supporting children’s development in a setting that values growth, innovation, and career progression.

What We’re Looking For

To excel in this role, you will need:

• Level 3 Early Years Qualification (essential).
• Proven Experience: A strong background in early years care and management within a nursery setting.
• EYFS Expertise: A solid understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Leadership and Team Management: Ability to manage, motivate, and support a team of practitioners, ensuring that they deliver high standards of care.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective relationships with children, parents, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Passion for Child Development: A genuine commitment to nurturing the development and well-being of children, creating an environment where they can thrive.
• Organisational Skills: Strong ability to manage resources effectively and ensure the nursery operates smoothly.

What’s on Offer

Our client is committed to supporting your professional growth and offers the following benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy a competitive leave package to support a healthy work-life balance.
• In-House Training and Development: Access to continuous training opportunities, including funding for further qualifications.
• Career Progression: Clear opportunities for career development and progression within the nursery.
• Pension Scheme: A company pension scheme to help secure your financial future.

Your Role

As a Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team to create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Leadership and Team Management: Lead and support your team to deliver high-quality care, providing guidance, training, and feedback to ensure best practices.
• Operational Oversight: Oversee the smooth running of the nursery, managing daily operations, resources, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Planning and Delivery: Ensure that age-appropriate, creative activities are planned and implemented to support children’s learning and development.
• Monitoring and Assessment: Regularly assess children’s progress, identifying areas for development and implementing individual learning plans.
• Family Engagement: Build strong, positive relationships with families, communicating children’s progress and supporting their needs.
• Health, Safety, and Hygiene: Ensure that the nursery environment remains safe, clean, and compliant with all health and safety regulations.
• Collaboration with Leadership: Work closely with the leadership team to ensure a positive and supportive environment for both staff and children.

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