Job Description

Nursery Manager

Key Responsibilities

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As the Manager your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the setting with a hands-on and collaborative approach, maintaining high standards of care and education

Implement an ambitious curriculum for all children

Support and lead a team of experienced & friendly practitioners whilst promoting staff development through role modelling and best practices

Lead the childcare team, developing strong & positive relationships with colleagues, parents, children and outside agencies

Promote nursery values and implement nursery policies to an outstanding level

Carry out all related responsibilities in building relationships of children and their families according to the curriculum

Ensure the safety of all children, adhering to Health and Safety and Safeguarding legislation

Work closely with the directors to grow and promote the setting

Essential Skills and Experience:

A passionate and positive attitude, good initiative, confident and approachable

Manager/Deputy experience

Strong understanding of the curriculum and ability to train staff in this area

Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.

Excellent understanding of EYFS

Extensive knowledge of safeguarding.

Leadership experience within a nursery setting.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

An enthusiastic and proactive leader with experience of leading, motivating and developing others

Commitment to the team, supporting colleagues to work together to ensure continuous improvement and the delivery of high levels of learning outcomes for all children

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent planning, organising and time management skills

Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisions with children at the centre

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Health & wellbeing programme
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Nursery: 3 years (required) Nursery experience: 3 years (preferred) Childcare: 3 years (required) Management: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person