Head of Nursery

City of Glasgow Council; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to nurturing the next generation! As the Head of Nursery, you will lead a passionate team in delivering high-quality early years education. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on children's lives in Glasgow, ensuring inclusive practices and fostering professional development. With a supportive work environment and flexible hours, you will thrive as you collaborate with families and stakeholders to enhance learning outcomes. If you're motivated and ready to lead, this is the perfect chance to shine in your career!

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Salary Sacrifice Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Professional Growth Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Proximity to Public Transport

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Knowledge of children's curriculum and commitment to inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the nursery effectively.
• Develop a diverse team to enhance children's learning experiences.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve service delivery.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Management

Knowledge of Early Years Curriculum

Proactive Approach

Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

Education

BA Childhood Practice

Equivalent Qualification

Job description

Job Description

Join Glasgow's Early Years Team

Position: Head of Nursery, Renfrew Street (Term Time)

Location:

256 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G3 6TT

About the Role:

In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day management and leadership of the nursery, ensuring effective service delivery. You will lead the setting and showcase of best practices, supporting the professional development of nursery team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver an inclusive and diverse early years' service.
• Develop and support a team to meet the needs of children and the service, fostering collegiate practice and teamwork.
• Ensure high-quality curriculum delivery and development to raise attainment.
• Analyze service delivery and plan proactively for future needs, aligning with local and national requirements.
• Collaborate with other establishments and stakeholders to improve outcomes and support family wellbeing and learning.
• Support the wellbeing of children, parents/carers, and nursery staff.

What We Seek:

• Confident, motivated, with strong relationship-management skills and a proactive approach.
• Excellent communication skills with leadership and influencing abilities at a senior level.
• Knowledge and experience of children's curriculum, learning, and development at early levels.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity, with awareness of relevant legislation.
• BA Childhood Practice or equivalent qualification is essential.

What We Offer:

• Annual term-time salary ranging from £46,253.35 to £53,695.53.
• Flexible 35-hour workweek on a rota basis between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm during term time.
• Local Government Pension scheme, including life insurance.
• Salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• The chance to make a positive impact in Glasgow's children's lives.
• Proximity to public transport routes.

Join Our Team:

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a welcoming, dedicated team that values high-quality learning and development.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Area Service Manager Angela McConalogue at 07587673659.

Membership of the PVG Scheme and SSSC or GTCS registration is required upon appointment. Candidates will need to cover the costs for PVG membership or scheme checks.

Application Packs

Alternative formats (Braille, audio, other languages) are available upon request. Please call 0141 287 1054. Packs will be sent within 3 working days of your request. Ensure you request early to meet application deadlines.

Further Information

Note that Glasgow City Council is currently updating its pay and grading structure, which may affect salary details in this advert. For more information, visit GCC Job Evaluation or our website on HR Policies.