Nursery Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Manager to join a well-established nursery committed to providing exceptional childcare and education creating a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality environment for children.

As a Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing nursery operations and leading a dedicated team to deliver excellent standards of care and learning.

This full-time role offers a salary range of £43,000 - £50,000 and benefits.

You will be responsible for

• Leading and managing the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Supporting and developing staff to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Overseeing planning, assessment, and the implementation of a child-centred curriculum.
• Maintaining a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for children.
• Managing staff deployment, budgets, and operational costs effectively.
• Ensuring safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed rigorously.
• Maintaining professional relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies.
• Conducting inspections, audits, staff appraisals, and training needs assessments.

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, Childcare Manager, EYFS Manager, Early Years Manager or in a similar role.
• Experience of 2 years in a senior nursery role working in a Nursery / Preschool.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent.
• Designated Safeguarding Lead and Paediatric First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and Inspection standards.
• Understanding of child safeguarding, health, hygiene, and nutrition practices.
• Leadership and team management experience with the ability to motivate and support staff.
• Strong organisational, IT, and administrative skills.
• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs (SEND).
• Professional, patient, flexible, and approachable with a passion for childcare.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary within the advertised range.
• Additional leave and company events.
• Pension scheme.
• Monday to Friday working schedule.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Nursery Manager to join a supportive and thriving organisation. Apply now to take the next step in your career!

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