We're looking for a dedicated and experienced Nursery Manager to join our growing team and help shape a warm, stimulating setting where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Main Purpose of the Role
· To plan and deliver effective daily management of the nursery, in accordance with Company policy, all relevant legislation, plus local authority and Ofsted requirements.
· To ensure the provision is of the highest quality; providing a safe, stimulating and caring child-centred environment catering for the children's educational and developmental needs.
· To ensure that all quality and safety standards are maintained in the nursery at all times.
· Responsibility for the recruitment and overall management of all childcare and other staff.
· To liaise closely with parents/carers to ensure high levels of involvement and customer satisfaction at all times.
Reports to: Directors & Area Manager
Direct reports: Nursery Practitioners & Catering staff
Qualifications, experience and personal qualities required:
· Ideally NVQ level 4 or equivalent, otherwise NNEB, CACHE level 3, NVQ level 3, or equivalent
· Good level of applied literacy and numeracy
· A minimum of two years working in a management capacity in a group day care
· setting for children aged 0-5 years
· Knowledge of Ofsted standards and experience of inspections
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
· Knowledge of health & safety legislation
· Achievement orientated with an ability to use own initiative
· Well-organised and works autonomously with minimal close supervision
· Strong people management skills with the ability to lead and motivate a team
· Thorough with strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence
· Proactive and innovative approach to challenges and ideas, plus strong problem solving capabilities
· Flexible and receptive to change
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £36,500.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
Work Location: In person