Main Purpose
* To deliver and ensure a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years
* To fulfil legal and statutory requirements and to supervise staff on a day to day basis
* To manage the day-to-day activities of the setting
* To ensure that the preschool nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others
* To developing partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development
* To manage other staff within the nursery setting
* To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Director
Essential Criteria
* At least 3 years’ experience working in an EYFS setting
* Proven experience working in management in EYFS setting as a senior member of staff
* NNEB, CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
* Extensive knowledge of the EYFS and of high-quality early years’ practice including statutory requirements
* Knowledge of and commitment to child protection, health and safety, equal opportunities and SEN/Inclusion
* Paediatric First Aid & Food Hygiene Training
* Extensive knowledge of Safeguarding and Safeguarding procedures
* Understanding of relevant polices/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation. Enhanced DBS Police Check
Experience / Knowledge
* Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance.
* Experience of working with or caring for children ideally in a variety of early years’ settings. Recent relevant experience of working in an integrated care and education setting with a 2 – 5 years’ provision or Early Years setting.
* Experience of working as a key worker for a group of children and their families.
* Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities.
* Commitment to equal opportunities and understanding of religious and cultural diversity. Ability to create and implement basic systems for child records.
* Ability to manage budgets effectively
* Experience of administering free entitlement funding and payment processes
* Experience of marketing and admissions processes
Skills & Attributes
* Be responsible, patient and approachable, with a caring personality
* Good numeracy and literacy skills
* Excellent verbal and communication skills with staff, children and parents
* Ability to relate well to children and adults
* Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
* Ability to write detailed reports and keep clear and accurate records
* Ability to lead a team, manage effectively and efficiently upholding positive working relationships and an effective mentor.
* Ability to observe, assess and report on children's behaviour
* Flexibility and adaptability in the face of challenging circumstances with a respect for confidentiality.
* High level of initiative and creativity
* Ability to plan, devise and develop systems of work
* Empathy and understanding of children under five
* Good IT skills
* Reliable, enthusiastic, and flexible
Desirable Criteria
* Working towards (or completed) early years’ degree, or EYTS
* Early Years financial management experience
* Experience of leading and supporting a team
* Safer recruitment training
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