Nursery Manager

Cuddly Bear Day Care Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run nursery in Brighton is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to lead their team and oversee early years practices. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 or higher Early Years qualification, strong leadership skills, and a passion for child-centered care. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000 and various benefits, including childcare discounts and additional holidays.

Benefits

30% discount on childcare

50% discount for a child’s place at the after school club

Additional one week holiday

Pension and social events

Qualifications

• Exceptional leadership abilities and ability to inspire your team.
• Understanding of employee engagement and positive workplace culture.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS and statutory welfare requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee activities for children and teams.
• Engage with parents and oversee EYFS practices.
• Report directly to the Senior Management Team.

Skills

Leadership

Employee Engagement

Knowledge of EYFS

Customer Service

Education

Early Years/Childcare qualification, Level 3 or higher

Tools

IT Skills (I Connect System)

Job description

Overview

The best managers, manage their teams to their best … Could your next management role be here at Cuddly Bear?

An amazing opportunity is available to manage and lead our team at our Sydenham Hill nursery. This is a FAB opportunity for an experienced and qualified Nursery Manager in developing your management and leadership career and practice, whilst having an experienced nursery and office team to support you. We will also consider experienced Deputy Managers looking for the 'next step' in their career.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee: Children
• Manage and oversee: Teams
• Engage with Parents
• Oversee EYFS and extracurricular activities

You will report directly to the Senior Management Team and Owners, and have the support of a Deputy Manager.

This is a busy, hands-on management and leadership role. Cuddly Bear Day Care is a successful, family-run, caring nursery with 2 venues; our Owners are hands on and fully involved on a daily basis. Your input will be valued in our successful, growing nursery business.

About you

Your qualities and skills will include;

• care and kindness
• a growth mindset - takes on learning, challenges and thrives
• office skills including IT (I connect system)
• a passionate advocate of children in early years
• team focused
• knowledge of HR practice – to support your teams
• excellent EYFS practice
• creative mind and positive energy

To be the successful applicant, you must

• Have exceptional leadership abilities and the ability to inspire your team
• Understand the importance of employee engagement and the impact of a positive workplace culture
• Have excellent knowledge and understanding EYFS and statutory welfare requirements
• Have an approachable manner and be able to build positive relationships
• Have high standards of customer service
• To be child centred and to make sure that children come first in all decisions
• Hold a relevant Early Years/childcare qualification, Level 3 or higher
• Have experience as a safeguarding lead in previous roles and understand the importance of this role

Salary & benefits

• up to £40,000 per annum based upon experience
• 30% discount on your childcare at one of our nurseries
• 50% discount for a child’s place at Artisan Kidz, our sister company art after school club
• Additional one week holiday (terms apply)
• Plus, great benefits including pension, social, Perkbox, special events & more!