Nursery Manager

Tops Day Nurseries; Blackfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is seeking a Nursery Manager to create a safe and engaging environment for children. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, developing educational programs, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have Early Years Leadership experience and a Level 3 Early Years Qualification. The position offers a £3000 Welcome Bonus, flexible working options, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

£3000 Welcome Bonus

Relocation Package: up to £3000

Annual Bonus Scheme

Childcare Discount: Up to 60% off

Holiday Allowance: 29 days

Free meals: Free breakfast for colleagues

Travel and Parking Support: Interest-free loans up to £500

Qualifications

• Experience in managing nursery settings.
• Solid understanding of the EYFS.
• Willingness to take on leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children and ensure their safety.
• Engage with parents and staff effectively.
• Develop and maintain the nursery budget.
• Prepare for Ofsted inspections.

Skills

Early Years Leadership experience

Effective communication

Creative skills for educational activities

Positive attitude

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Overview

As a Nursery Manager, you'll help create a safe, educational, and fun environment for the children in our care. You'll supervise children, ensure their safety, and organize activities such as games, crafts, and educational tasks. While some days might be challenging, you'll also laugh, have fun, and make lasting memories with our children during one of the most important development stages of their lives!

About the Nursery Tops Fawley Nursery is a 67 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Fawley, Southampton. The nursery runs several extra-curricular activities including Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, tooth brushing, football fun and much more!

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a solid background in effectively managing nursery settings.
• Communicate excellently to engage with children, staff members, and parents.
• Use creative skills and imagination to provide educational activities that ensure children are happy and learning in a rewarding environment.
• Maintain a positive outlook to keep children happy and build an environment where they feel secure and rewarded.
• Conduct interviews for potential applicants put forward by the recruitment department.
• Develop and maintain the nursery budget.
• Arrange marketing materials.
• Monitor the condition of the facility and equipment, organizing maintenance, repairs, and new items as required.
• Update parents and carers about their child’s progress and behaviour.
• Answer enquiries about enrolment, payments, and practices.
• Develop and implement an age-appropriate program of annual events and activities.
• Prepare the nursery for Ofsted inspections and follow inspector recommendations.

Qualifications

• Early Years Leadership experience or willingness to take on leadership responsibilities.
• Minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.
• Solid knowledge of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage).
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Why Tops Day Nurseries?

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today’s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment. As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company’s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We’re proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher.

Benefits

• £3000 Welcome Bonus
• Relocation Package: up to £3000
• Manager Bonus: Uncapped bonuses for achieving improved Ofsted outcomes
• Annual Bonus Scheme: Profit shares distributed annually
• Childcare Discount: Up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries
• Flexible Working Options: Compressed hours or nine days over a two-week period, with additional days off
• Holiday Allowance: 29 days
• Wellbeing and Recognition: World’s Happiest Workplace certification, staff wellbeing programs, and recognition platforms
• Free meals: Free breakfast for colleagues
• Employee Discounts and Health Support: NHS prescription charges, optical care, dental treatment, and access to discounts
• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement
• Travel and Parking Support: Interest-free season ticket loan up to £500