We are looking for a Nursery Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for a Manger to actively contribute to, or an aspiring Manager to grow with, 1st Safari to promote and develop the Nursery.
About the Role
* Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children
* Ensure that children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of their development
* Ensure practice and provisions in the nursery meets the requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage
* Ensure that children are kept safe and that staff understand, and when necessary follow safeguarding procedures
* Promote and facilitate partnerships with parents/carers and other family members
* Support the development of good practice with regards to special needs and inclusion
* Support pre-school staff in delivering the Foundation Stage; ensure that provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the local authority in relation to nursery grant funding for two, three and four-year olds
* Create a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery
* Take on the role of, or prepared to train for, Safeguarding Designated Lead
* Operate as/or oversee the SEN coordinator role for the setting.
About You
* At least 2 years' experience of working in a senior role within a childcare setting
* Minimum NVQ level 3 in Childcare or equivalent
* Excellent knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work to multiple targets and deadlines
* Talented administrator with an eye for detail, ensure all records are maintained and up to date at all times and nursery paperwork is completed and accurate
* Knowledge of health and safety legislation
* Excellent people management skills with the ability to lead and motivate a staff team, implement staff training and supervisions
* Passion and creativity for delivering outstanding childcare and learning
* Experience with managing financial tasks including invoices
* The successful applicant will need to pay for an enhanced DBS check, or be on the Update service.
Initial interviews will be via TEAMS video conferencing.
The initial interview is likely to be 1-1½hrs long, this can be outside normal working hours if required.
Please supply 2+ dates and times available for an initial video interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Initial Interview is by Video Conference (Teams) please state when you would be available
Experience:
* Post Qualification: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Level 3 or above in Childcare (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: SP-NM