We are looking for a self-motivated, proactive and inspiring Nursery Manager to work as part of a team in our Nursery, catering for children from 12 months to 3 years of age. This is an exciting position to work in an ever-evolving setting. Applicants must hold an up-to-date and recognised childcare qualification, level 3 or above with leadership experience.
The role
Full-time role, based on 52 weeks per year and typically involving 40 hours per week. Working hours will usually fall between 07:30 and 18:00, although hours and weeks worked can be negotiable for the right candidate
Salary: From 35,000 per annum depending on experience
Start date: Negotiable
Deadline for applications: 9am on Friday 8 August however we reserve the right to close the role early
Culford is a boarding and day school for over 900 children aged 1 to 18, set in 480 acres of beautiful Suffolk parkland, with an 18th century grade II mansion at its centre and three separate schools: the Pre-Prep & Nursery (ages 1 to 7); the Prep (ages 7 to 13); and the Senior School (ages 13 to 18).
We believe in educating the whole person to deliver a well-rounded, fulfilled individual with excellent academic results. Everything we do is informed by our firm belief that learning should be challenging, enriching and fun. Culford is a Christian school with a Methodist tradition. We see education as a transformational process that guides pupils towards academic success, clear moral values, and the development of leadership and a readiness for the world of adulthood.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The list below is not exhaustive and assumes that from time to time other tasks not listed, may be required to ensure the efficient operation of the school.
Leading and inspiring a team of Early Years Practitioners, promoting high standards of quality and care within the nursery.
Implementing and developing an age-appropriate curriculum to ensure that every child develops within a stimulating environment
Possessing a thorough knowledge of OFSTED and the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage and effectively implementing these requirements
Implement all safeguarding and health and safety policies and procedures
Maintaining and enhancing excellent parent partnerships of existing and prospective parents
Confident leadership skills with the ability to communicate and motivate staff to meet and exceed levels of excellence
Taking an active role within the Pre-Prep and Nursery Senior Management Team
Skills and personal qualities:
Fully supportive of the aims and ethos of an independent school.
A good standard of written, spoken and listening skills.
A high level of flexibility, a 'can do' attitude, and an openness to new ideas and practices.
Dynamic and approachable, able to put people at ease, reassure, guide, and explain.
Ability to confidently and effectively work alongside children, staff and parents.
Understanding the age-appropriate needs and concerns of young children and having natural empathy with them.
Innovative, hard-working, driven and determined.
Resilient with a good sense of humour.
The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Benefits
Enhanced holiday leave - 28 days per annum, plus 7 days bank holidays. May day is a working day
Free lunch
Onsite parking
Continuing Professional Development and networking opportunities
Enhanced pension contributions
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to Health Cash Plan after 6 months' service
Group Life Insurance after 6 months service
Membership of the Culford Sports and Tennis Centre
Completed Culford application form and letter addressed to Victoria Steers, Head of Pre-Prep and Nursery to be returned to the HR at Culford School. The Culford Application form can be found on the Work for Us page on www.culford.co.uk
Applicants must be able to provide suitable evidence of their Right To Work in the UK.
As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.
Culford School puts at the centre of its operation the safeguarding of the pupils of the school and encourage a culture of challenge to ensure the risks of harm to the pupils' individual welfare are minimised.
Successful applicants must complete mandatory pre-employment training in safeguarding and other key areas before commencement of employment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will undergo appropriate child protection screening; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
We comply with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) code of practice and have a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, both of which are available on request. If shortlisted, you are required to declare any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children.
As a result of amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions order 1975) in 2013 and 2020, some minor offences are now protected (filtered) and should not be disclosed to potential employers, and employers cannot take these offences into account.
If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website.
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About
Culford School
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Culford School
Bury, St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP28 6TX
United Kingdom
+44 1284 728615
Established in 1881, Culford School is a co-educational, all-through, independent school in the town of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Offering places to around 700 pupils aged 1-18, the selective school sits on a large plot of rural land and boasts a mix of 18th-century buildings and modern teaching facilities.
Although the majority of Culford's children are day pupils, the school offers boarding facilities for prep and senior pupils. Prospective students are expected to pass examinations across a broad range of subjects. The precise nature of the admissions procedure differs depending on the age of the child applying for entry.
Head
Claire Bentley
Values and vision
Culford School was originally founded in the Methodist tradition and as a result takes pride in the cultural and spiritual development of its pupils. Students are instilled with a strong moral code and encouraged to value themselves and the work they produce, as well as to always have respect for their fellow pupils and staff members.
ISI report
"The quality of pupils' personal development throughout the school is excellent and is supported by strong pastoral care. Pupils have high levels of moral and social awareness, and a clear sense of right and wrong, demonstrating emotional maturity. They treat each other with tolerance and respect and there are excellent relationships between staff and pupils."
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