* To plan and deliver effective consistent daily management of the nursery, in accordance with Company policy, all relevant legislation, plus local authority and OFSTED requirements. To implement these working closely with staff at least 40% of the time
* To ensure the provision is of the highest quality; providing a safe, stimulating and caring child-centered environment catering for the children's educational and developmental needs.
* To ensure that all agreed quality and safety standards are maintained in the nursery at all times. To keep on top of legal requirements across the settings i.e insurances, data protection, GDPR, policies and their adherence
* To perform termly audits of setting including checking paperwork and records
* To develop and grow the business in line with budgetary plan and to manage finances and staffing accordingly - keeping our occupancy at 80% or above
* To liaise closely with parents/carers to ensure high levels of involvement and customer satisfaction at all times.
* To Attend or send representative to Early Years meetings and provide feedback to staff and directors
* To work on ad-hoc projects with directors as required and to grow and promote the settings including the nursery run holiday clubs
* To be flexible with hours – although the role is advertised as 40 hours there will be the expectation that additional hours will be occasionally required to fulfil the tasks required for the role including meetings outside of normal working hours
Reports to: Nursery Manager
Aims and Objectives of Preschool
* Create an inclusive environment
* Adhere to the OFSTED regulatory statutory framework.
* Plan learning and play activities, following the EYFS.
* Work in partnership with parents and carers.
* Play a positive role in helping children separate from their main carers and their transition to primary school.
* Promote and encourage the values of sharing, caring and respect for ourselves and each other through sharing and having fun together.
* Be a positive role model for the children.
* Be happy
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.50-£14.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Experience:
* Childcare: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* full and relevant Early Years qualification (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 14/09/2025