Job Description

Responsibilities:
- Day to day management of the nursery.

-To be the DSL for the setting, and ensure all staff have a sound knowledge of safeguarding.

-To lead the team in providing a high standard of quality care and education.

-Supervision and support of other personnel within the nursery, therefore implementing high standards of quality practices.

-To oversee the activities on offer in the nursery, ensuring the are stimulating and appropriate for the children accessing them.

-To work closely with the Deputy/Management team to ensure that the children needs are being met.

-To be aware of current legislation, policies and procedures.

-To ensure planning for all areas is effective.

-To ensure staff ratios/deployment are effectively organised.

-To promote good communication between setting and parents/carers.

-To she prospective parent/carers around the nursery and book new families in.

-Liaise with outside bodies and other professionals associated with the nursery.

Requirements:
-Qualified to level 3 minimum in Early Years.

-Previous experience in some level of nursery management is desirable.

-Strong knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted standard and requirements.

-Strong team building skills.

-Excellent leadership and communication skills.

-Ability to work independently.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company car Company pension Employee discount
Education:

Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:

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

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: rhn229