Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Nursery Manager to lead and inspire our early childhood education team. In this vital role, you will oversee daily nursery operations, ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children, and foster a positive team culture. Your leadership will drive high standards of childcare, support staff development, and promote effective communication with parents and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong management skills and a genuine love for working with children to make a meaningful impact at our lovely little day nursery.
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and Ofsted quality standards
- Lead, motivate, and support nursery staff to deliver exceptional childcare and early childhood education
- Develop and implement engaging curriculum plans that promote children’s development
- Maintain open, transparent communication with parents regarding their children’s progress and wellbeing
- Oversee staff recruitment, training, performance reviews, and professional development initiatives
- Ensure the nursery environment is safe, clean, and stimulating for children of various ages
- Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to, in particular safeguarding and SEND
Experience
- Proven management experience in a childcare or nursery setting
- Extensive experience working directly with children in a nursery environment
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team effectively
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
- Knowledge of Ofsted regulations, SEND code of practice, health & safety standards, EYFS framework and other regulatory requirements
- Extensive safeguarding knowledge
- Hold a full and relevant Level 3 Qualification, maths and English and two years post qualifying experience
- Degree preferred
Pay: £16.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
