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Position: Nursery Manager

Salary: Up to 45,000 (Based on Experience)

Location: Monkey Puzzle Walton-on-Thames, Surrey

Hours: 42.5

Reports to: Nursery Director

Working at Monkey Puzzle Walton-on-Thames is about loving what you do and having the passion to be the best at it!

If you're an inspirational leader with a passion for providing 'the right start for under 5s,' then we would like to hear from you. With us, you'll be given every opportunity to grow and develop in your career with guidance.

Apply today to join our prestigious, family-run, award-winning nursery group.

Your journey

As the Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for creating a nurturing, child-centred environment for children while managing daily operations and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. This role requires effective communication and the ability to drive a team towards achieving high standards of care and education.

A a Nursery Manager, you'll build bonds with parents and children every day. On your daily walkarounds, you'll touch base with your team members, giving them the opportunity to give you necessary updates. Working closely with Senior Management and Director, you'll support across staffing attendance and sickness, safeguarding, health & safety and finance, while inspiring all within the nursery and enabling a cohesive and calm environment.

You'll be a role model in the nursery and influence the setting with your positive attitude. You'll be a caring and compassionate leader who sincerely cares for your team and the children in your nursery.

A Day at Nursery would include:

Fully understanding the Policies and Procedures and following them when running the nursery.

Managing and overseeing the daily running of the nursery. Forming professional and friendly partnerships with parents and the staff team, fostering strong relationships, and addressing any concerns or feedback. Completing staff supervision regularly and ensuring communication with the staff team is kept to a high standard. Leading staff meetings every month. Staff delegation and deployment to ensure all rooms are working within the adult to child ratios. Conducting peer observations and management spot checks. Focusing on the quality of interaction and the high levels of practice. Conducting clipboard tests on the staff team to improve knowledge. Mentoring and training the staff team whilst encouraging and upskilling practice. Organizing parent events. Monitoring all daily and weekly checks are completed to a high standard. Conducting effective viewings of the nursery. Assisting with the enquiries process, and following up with parents after their viewing. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements within the nursery setting. Monitor children's progress and maintain accurate records of their development. Collaborate with external agencies when necessary to support children's needs. Drive initiatives that enhance the nursery's occupancy and reputation within the community.

Ideally you will have

Have a minimum Level 3+ Qualification in Early Years / Childcare Previous experience of working as a Nursery Manager or experienced Deputy reading to step up Can inspire, energise, lead and support the diverse staff team Has a genuine passion and excitement to work with children and helping others learn An extensive knowledge of the current EYFS framework and regulations. A good knowledge of Birth to 5 development and the EYFS curriculum A firm knowledge of Ofsted standards and requirements, Ofsted preparations and responsibilities To be passionate, motivated, professional, have the ability to work well within a team, and be able to adapt to a fun and inspiring way of working Able to communicate effectively at all levels (parents, children, colleagues and senior management) with good IT skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Staying up to date on Childcare sector news and methods and supporting your implementation of updates in the nursery. Safer Recruitment: Hiring professional, friendly and supportive team members who want to succeed together as part of the Monkey Puzzle Cheam family Hold full right to work in the UK (we are unable to provide sponsorship)

Salary: 38,000 to 45,000 per annum based on qualifications and experience.

What we offer:

A fun and vibrant nursery with a strong leadership team

On-going support and career development

Up to 500 referral bonus for a friend or family member; subject to probation period.

Free onsite training

Competitive pay

Free uniform

Team events

Birthday day off or within same month

Family run

Discounted childcare

If you are interested in being considered for a position, please apply via this advert and we will be in touch. We very much look forward to receiving your application and inviting you to the nursery soon!

Please ensure your CV/profile includes your personal email address as this will be used to arrange phone screens for successful candidates.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 38,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: MPWaltonNMJuly25