Job Description

Nursery Manager

Dean Park Nursery

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Dean Park Nursery for a dynamic

Nursery Manager to lead our thriving nursery into its next exciting phase of development.

We are looking for a knowledgeable and inspiring leader who has a proven track record of effective leadership in the Early Years. Placing people at the heart of their leadership, the new nursery manager will lead with positivity and drive, demonstrating a firm commitment to providing an excellent learning experience for every child.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a vibrant nursery, cultivating a positive learning environment where children and staff can thrive.

Line Manager- Group Head of Early Years

Leads- All Nursery Practitioners and Admin team staff.

Overview

To manage the efficient running of the Nursery, co-ordinating the staff on a day-to-day basis and overseeing the learning, development and care of the children.

To develop and oversee the provision of an excellent early years education, providing a stimulating and engaging learning environment for all children.

To be responsible for the oversight and implementation of the EYFS ensuring that the nursery is compliant with the legal and statutory requirements therein.

To be the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the setting.

Pupils & Parents

To ensure that curriculum planning is in line with the learning and development requirements of the EYFS and supports each child to work towards their full potential.

Ensure that the curriculum is sharply focussed to build upon what children already know and can do, and ensure this process is clearly and consistently evidenced.

To monitor the effectiveness of the Nursery curriculum.

To hold overall responsibility for maintaining records of assessment and to monitor the effectiveness of assessment procedures.

To organise a highly effective keyworker system and to supervise staff on a daily basis.

To be responsible for monitoring the quality of learning and to participate in staff supervisions, to identify in-service training needs and actively promote staff development.

To ensure pupil records are properly maintained, e.g. daily attendance register and accident and incident and safeguarding logs.

To implement all Nursery policies and procedures.

To ensure that the Nursery is a safe environment for children, that equipment is safe, standards of hygiene are high, and health and safety procedures are implemented at all times.

To liaise closely with parents/carers, informing them about the Nursery and its curriculum, exchanging information about children's progress. To encourage parental involvement and participation in the review and evaluation of the service.

Work with the SLT Team and the Communications & Events Co-ordinator to offer a full and thriving calendar of events both for existing parents and for prospective parents.

Staff

To take responsibility for leading the Nursery staff team, inspiring, motivating and supporting them.

To carry out staff appraisal and regular supervision meetings.

Work to always ensure a positive team culture. Encourage team social events, staff well-being and team spirit.

Put in place robust performance management systems to support practitioners and to promptly address any performance issues.

Ensure that staff present a positive professional image of the Nursery at all times.

To ensure that staff are properly deployed and offer appropriate stimulation and positive opportunities for children to learn and develop.

Marketing & Development

Work to maximise revenue through the efficient selling of nursery places according to Group Ts&Cs.

Monitor and be aware of pupil numbers and key metrics including sessions sold and % capacity sold.

Actively work to promote the Nursery and its provision in the local area with the support of the Communications & Events Co-ordinator

Regulatory & Legal

Keep up to date with Ofsted requirements and areas of focus. Monitor all areas of the Nursery provision to ensure that the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage are fully always met.

To liaise with the relevant professionals in the Local Authority and beyond to ensure that all legal and statutory requirements are implemented; to provide reports as required.

Financial

Have an understanding of the Nursery business, revenue and costs and work with the SLT to ensure value from costs incurred and promote profitability.

Working Hours: 40-hours per week on a rota basis.

Qualifications and Experience: minimum three years' experience in an Early Years setting and one years' leadership experience. Must hold an approved qualification at Level 3 or above and a suitable level 2 qualification in maths.

How to apply:

Please submit your CV to hr@parkschool.co.uk by noon on Monday 21st July 2025.

Interviews will take place during the week commencing 28th July 2025.

Early applications are advised as the Nursery reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the application process.

Dean Park Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful applicants will undergo safeguarding screening including an enhanced DBS and Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/07/2025
Reference ID: Nursery Manager at Dean Park Day Nursery
Expected start date: 15/09/2025