Job Description

Woodlands Day Nursery & Pre-School - RH8 0HR

Nursery Manager

Hours - 40 hours

Salary 36,000 - 40,000 per annum

Depending on qualifications and experience

When applying for this amazing role, please make sure you do have a full and relevant level 3 in childcare and that you do have the right to work in the uk, as we do not offer sponsership.

Woodlands is a lovely setting based in Oxted, just up the road from Westerham. Currently rated Ofsted Good, Woodlands is a nursery set in converted houses with a wonderfully equipped back garden featuring a series of themed sheds spanning the entire garden. It makes for a wonderful outdoor space in the summer and covered adventure in the winter.


We are currently seeking a Nursery

Manager

to join our team and support the overall management of the nursery. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth running of daily nursery life, supporting the team, and contributing to the development of inspiring learning experiences for our young children.


At Woodlands Day Care, we do everything we can to help children, from birth to 5 years, have the best possible start in life.

Why Woodlands?

At Woodlands, we take pride in creating an environment that encourages both

children and staff

to grow, develop, and thrive. With a current Ofsted rating of "Good," our nursery is set in charming, converted houses with a beautifully equipped back garden, featuring a series of themed sheds that provide a unique, immersive space for outdoor play, no matter the season. Whether it's a sunny summer day or a cozy winter afternoon, our garden is always an adventure.


We believe in

sustained shared thinking

- a practice that fosters self-exploration and personal growth. This approach is not only at the heart of how we work with the children but also how we support the professional development of our team members. We are committed to ongoing training and mentoring to ensure everyone reaches their full potential.

Why Join Us?

At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Annual Leave:

Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays

Childcare Employee Discounts:

75% off nursery fees for our team member's

Health & Wellbeing:

Confidential employee assistance helpline available

Development:

Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth

Transport Links

The nursery is located on Woodland Court, just around the corner from St Mary's Primary School. Oxted train station is just a 10-minute walk away. The nursery is situated on a quiet residential area and vehicles can stop nearby the nursery for drop off and pick up. The nursery is located on Woodland Court, just around the corner from St Mary's Primary School.The nursery is situated on a quiet residential area and vehicles can stop nearby the nursery for drop off and pic.

Transport Links

The nursery is located on Woodland Court, just around the corner from St Mary's Primary School. Oxted train station is just a 10-minute walk away. The nursery is situated on a quiet residential area and vehicles can stop nearby the nursery for drop off and pick up. The nursery is located on Woodland Court, just around the corner from St Mary's Primary School. The nursery is situated on a quiet residential area and vehicles can stop nearby the nursery for drop off and pic.

Referral Programme-

Refer a friend and receive a bonus up to 500 check terms and conditions.

Onsite parking

Company Pension

As Nursery Manager, you will:

Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team.

As Nursery Manager, you will need:

Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification

Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level

Right to work in the UK-Vaild Passport or Settled or Pre-Settled under the EU settlement Scheme.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.


The Woodlands Daycare is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.



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