Job Description

Grange Farm Nursery is hiring a Nursery Manager!

• Are you that special person who thrives on leading a team to make a difference in children\'s care and education?
• Do you have a curious and creative side?
• Are you interested in a \xe2\x80\x9cfive-a-day\xe2\x80\x9d of singing and stories, not just fruit and veg?
• Could you be the one to support our children and team to learn and thrive?
• Are you looking for a fast-paced role, in which no two days are the same?

You will empower a team of highly skilled, passionate practitioners to promote equality, value diversity, recognise and embrace individuality, celebrate unique personalities, and understand that each child has different needs that must be understood for them to reach their full potential. You will share our desire to offer a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment, an extension of the home, where children feel physically and emotionally safe to hold their heads high, find inner peace, freely express themselves and build a sense of self-assurance. Your strong knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework will mean you are accomplished in designing and implementing well-prepared and inspiring activities. The best activities are those that help children learn new skills and develop their understanding of the world around them, without them even realising that they are learning. You and your team will therefore facilitate memorable experiences, encourage children to have fun through play and creatively explore their minds with an enquiring spirit. We believe that this will inevitably build confidence, engender independence, promote development, and instil a love of learning that will last a lifetime and equip them with the passion, qualities, and skills to embark on the rest of their lives as happy, proud, and radiant individuals. As Nursery Manager you will oversee the day-to-day management of the setting and be accountable for providing a high-quality service, drawing on your knowledge and experience to achieve the best possible outcomes. We welcome you to join our dedicated team at Grange Farm Nursery you will receive comprehensive training and an induction that will prepare you for success. Qualifications: Level 3 childcare qualified English and Maths GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent Experience of working in a management role in a nursery setting. Safeguarding: Alpha Nurseries staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Pre-employment checks: All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 recommendations. Equal Opportunities: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. Visits are welcome, please contact us to arrange. Applications will be considered as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible. We will close the vacancy once we have filled the position. Job Type: Full-time Salary: \xc2\xa327,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Day nursery
• Private nursery school

Experience:

• Nursery experience: 2 years (required)
• Childcare: 2 years (required)
• Management: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 3 or above in Childcare (required)

Work Location: In person