Job Description

Overview

The role of the Nursery Manager entails providing professional management and leadership of the nursery. They are to deliver the highest standards of care by effectively managing the day to day running's of the nursery.

You are required to hold a full and relevant qualification in Early Years at Level 3 or above, understand and ensure the requirements of the EYFS and Ofsted are met and have a minimum of two years' experience working in nursery setting.

Key Responsibilities

Childcare and Education

Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children. Ensure that all children attending the nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development. Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements 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. Establish, develop and maintain highly professional working relationships with relevant Local Authority Departments, regulatory bodies and other agencies.

Health and Safety

Manage the day-to-day operation in order to ensure the health and safety of the children, their parents and carers, the team and any visitors to the nursery. Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures. Be fully aware of all emergency and security procedures. Be responsible for ensuring the nursery remains compliant in respect of suitably trained staff with relevant first aid qualifications. Be responsible for ensuring that all staff receive Health and Safety training.

Finance

Manage staff costs with regard to budget projections. Maintain accurate records and accounts for the nursery and produce management information as required. Understand and utilise management systems and information to maximise commercial benefits.

Operational

Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Agree and deliver occupancy targets. Ensure accurate reporting in respect of occupancy, quality and standards.

Staff

Recruit, induct, support, train and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high quality childcare practice. Develop a well-qualified and experienced team able to meet and exceed all relevant standards. Identify training needs; develop training plans and evaluate training undertaken by staff. Work in conjunction with Human Resources in disciplinary and grievance investigations and hearings. Develop open and positive working relationships with staff.

Marketing & Customer Care

Proactively represent the Company and advance its interests in the local community. Promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers. Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly and professional relationships with parents and carers. Be responsible for ensuring that all complaints and concerns are actively resolved in a timely manner and that these are reported to the Regional Manager.

General

Responsible for all administrative duties associated with the nursery, such as maintaining children's records, ordering equipment, maintaining inventories and keeping personnel records. Adhere to all Company policies and procedures. Ensure that the Company's polices on diversity and equal opportunities are adhered to. Undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by line management.
The role requires someone whom has a minimum of 3 years' experience as a Nursery Manager in charge of a setting.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, opening hours between 8.00am to 4pm

Start dates will be confirmed at interview.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check and references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 24,420.00 per year

Experience:

Management: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person