Colchester Nursery Manager: Lead, Develop & Safeguard EYFS

Remedy Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to lead nursery team

Job summary

Remedy Education in Colchester is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a welcoming setting in Colchester, Essex. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensure high standards of care, education and safeguarding, and build strong relationships with parents and professionals.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3+ Early Years qualification (Level 5/6 desirable) with proven leadership and a proactive approach to developing a high-performing nursery team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a nursery or senior leadership role in early years.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding requirements.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Proactive approach to staff development and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Lead, motivate and support a team of Early Years practitioners.
• Ensure high standards of care, education and safeguarding.
• Manage staff rotas, recruitment and performance.
• Ensure Ofsted requirements and statutory regulations are met.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Level 5/6 desirable

Job description

Remedy Education in Colchester is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead a welcoming setting in Colchester, Essex. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensure high standards of care, education and safeguarding, and build strong relationships with parents and professionals.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3+ Early Years qualification (Level 5/6 desirable) with proven leadership and a proactive approach to developing a high-performing nursery team.