Job Overview We are looking for a self-motivated, proactive and inspiring Nursery Manager to work as part of a team in our Nursery, catering for children from 12 months to 3 years of age. This is an exciting position to work in an ever-evolving setting. Applicants must hold an up-to-date and recognised childcare qualification, level 3 or above with leadership experience. The role Full-time role, based on 52 weeks per year and typically involving 40 hours per week. Working hours will usually fall between 07:30 and 18:00, although hours and weeks worked can be negotiable for the right candidate Salary: From £35,000 per annum depending on experience Start date: Negotiable Deadline for applications: 9am on Friday 8 August however we reserve the right to close the role early Culford is a boarding and day school for over 900 children aged 1 to 18, set in 480 acres of beautiful Suffolk parkland, with an 18th century grade II mansion at its centre and three separate schools: the Pre-Prep & Nursery (ages 1 to 7); the Prep (ages 7 to 13); and the Senior School (ages 13 to 18). We believe in educating the whole person to deliver a well-rounded, fulfilled individual with excellent academic results. Everything we do is informed by our firm belief that learning should be challenging, enriching and fun. Culford is a Christian school with a Methodist tradition. We see education as a transformational process that guides pupils towards academic success, clear moral values, and the development of leadership and a readiness for the world of adulthood. Duties And Responsibilities The list below is not exhaustive and assumes that from time to time other tasks not listed, may be required to ensure the efficient operation of the school. Leading and inspiring a team of Early Years Practitioners, promoting high standards of quality and care within the nursery. Implementing and developing an age-appropriate curriculum to ensure that every child develops within a stimulating environment Possessing a thorough knowledge of OFSTED and the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage and effectively implementing these requirements Implement all safeguarding and health and safety policies and procedures Maintaining and enhancing excellent parent partnerships of existing and prospective parents Confident leadership skills with the ability to communicate and motivate staff to meet and exceed levels of excellence Taking an active role within the Pre-Prep and Nursery Senior Management Team Skills And Personal Qualities Fully supportive of the aims and ethos of an independent school. A good standard of written, spoken and listening skills. A high level of flexibility, a ‘can do’ attitude, and an openness to new ideas and practices. Dynamic and approachable, able to put people at ease, reassure, guide, and explain. Ability to confidently and effectively work alongside children, staff and parents. Understanding the age-appropriate needs and concerns of young children and having natural empathy with them. Innovative, hard-working, driven and determined. Resilient with a good sense of humour. The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Benefits Enhanced holiday leave – 28 days per annum, plus 7 days bank holidays. May day is a working day Free lunch Onsite parking Continuing Professional Development and networking opportunities Enhanced pension contributions Employee Assistance Programme Access to Health Cash Plan after 6 months’ service Group Life Insurance after 6 months service Membership of the Culford Sports and Tennis Centre Completed Culford application form and letter addressed to Victoria Steers, Head of Pre-Prep and Nursery to be returned to the HR at Culford School. The Culford Application form can be found on the Work for Us page on www.culford.co.uk Applicants must be able to provide suitable evidence of their Right To Work in the UK. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. Culford School puts at the centre of its operation the safeguarding of the pupils of the school and encourage a culture of challenge to ensure the risks of harm to the pupils’ individual welfare are minimised. Successful applicants must complete mandatory pre-employment training in safeguarding and other key areas before commencement of employment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will undergo appropriate child protection screening; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. We comply with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) code of practice and have a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, both of which are available on request. If shortlisted, you are required to declare any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. As a result of amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions order 1975) in 2013 and 2020, some minor offences are now protected (filtered) and should not be disclosed to potential employers, and employers cannot take these offences into account. If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website.