Be a Part of Something Extraordinary: Join Our Nursery!
Banana Moon Day Nursery in Hamilton is searching for an exceptional, enthusiastic, and motivational Nursery Manager to spearhead our wonderful Nursery. This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape a nurturing and happy nursery environment where we celebrate childhood and foster learning through imaginative and engaging play. As the Nursery Manager, you'll work alongside a dedicated team in a caring, family-friendly, and stimulating setting that captures the hearts of children, parents, and staff alike.
Job Purpose:
As the Nursery Manager, you'll collaborate closely with the Area manager and Director while also managing the day-to-day responsibilities. Your role requires a confident decision-maker, considering both the reputation and financial aspects of the business, all the while maintaining a high level of sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
Your mission will be to ensure seamless operational management of the nursery facilities and staff, delivering a top-quality, well-balanced educational and caring environment at all times. Embracing Banana Moon policies and procedures, you'll consistently meet legislative requirements and follow an enriching education curriculum, achieving the highest possible inspection grading.
What Sets Us Apart:
Inspiring Ambition: You will have the incredible opportunity to lead, train, support, and mentor our passionate staff team, fostering a culture of ambition and excellence in early years education.
Enabling Environments: We prioritize creating a safe, caring, and welcoming setting that parents trust, where every child is encouraged and supported to flourish through stimulating and empowering experiences.
Community Engagement: We are committed to engaging with our local community, making a positive impact, and marketing the nursery to ensure maximum occupancy while delivering exceptional customer care.
Qualifications and Experience
We value your expertise and dedication, seeking candidates with the following qualifications and experience:
A full and relevant level 3 qualification as defined by the Department of Education on the Early Years Qualifications List.
DBS enhanced disclosure within the child workforce sector
Paediatric 12hr First Aid certificate
Safeguarding training and qualification
Minimum of 2 years' post-qualifying experience
Minimum of 1 year's management experience
Perks and Benefits
As part of our Banana Moon family, you'll enjoy a range of enticing benefits that reflect our appreciation for your commitment and hard work:
Yearly Award Ceremony: Recognizing and celebrating the outstanding contributions of our team members.
Staff Meetings with Dinner: Come together for meaningful discussions over delicious meals.
Smart Uniform: Look and feel professional in our provided stylish uniforms.
Continuous Professional Development: Embrace growth with our comprehensive training opportunities.
Discounted Childcare: Priority care for your little ones, so you can focus on your career.
Convenient Parking: On-site free parking for easy access to work.
Company Events: Join us in celebrating various events and achievements.
Generous Holiday Entitlement: Enjoy well-deserved time off to recharge.
Pension Scheme: Plan for a secure future with our pension program.
Employee of the month: Celebrating our team’s commitment and recognising the hard work of our team.
On-site Well-being champion: a trained member of the team is there to support the team’s well-being and mental health. Offering various treats throughout the month.
Our own bespoke Banana Moon curriculum: Our Banana Moon Early learning and Development programme is amazing and fully focuses on the children, parents and staff. Our ELDP has removed most of the paperwork so the staff team can focus on quality interactions and teaching with the children!
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to be a part of our Banana Moon family at Banana Moon Day Nursery Hamilton. Apply now to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and their families while building a fulfilling and rewarding career with us.
***Rated 'GOOD' at our last Ofsted inspection!***
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a DBS enhanced disclosure within the child workforce sector on the update service?
- Do you hold a Paediatric 12hr First Aid certificate?
- Do you hold Safeguarding training and qualification?
Experience:
- Post qualifying: 2 years (required)
- Management: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Relevant level 3 EY qualification as defined by the DFE (required)
Work Location: In person
