Nursery Manager

Kidz Day Nursery Catterick; Catterick Garrison; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run nursery in Catterick Garrison is seeking a Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations and lead a dedicated team. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, be Level 3 qualified in early years education, and possess a passion for nurturing children's growth. Responsibilities include managing staff, developing educational programmes, and ensuring a safe learning environment. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan

28 Days Annual leave

Company events

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding principles.
• Experience in senior leadership within a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursery operations ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Manage a team, providing guidance and support.
• Implement educational programmes aligned with early years frameworks.
• Maintain documentation for children's progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Experience with children

Knowledge of early childhood education

Attention to detail

Passion for nurturing growth

Education

Level 3 qualification in early years

GCSE or equivalent in Maths

Job description

Overview

The Nursery Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. This position requires strong leadership skills and a passion for early childhood education. The Nursery Manager will be responsible for managing staff, communicating effectively with parents, and driving the nursery's vision to provide high-quality childcare. Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. We are looking for a dedicated individual who is looking for an opportunity to lead a supportive team, a natural leader who is highly motivated, organised, enthusiastic and creative.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage and lead a team of childcare professionals, providing guidance and support to foster their development.
• Develop and implement educational programmes that promote children's learning and development in line with early years frameworks.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, addressing any concerns or queries regarding their children's progress.
• Maintain accurate records of children's development, attendance, and other relevant documentation.
• Organise activities that encourage social interaction and cognitive development among children.
• Ensure the nursery environment is clean, safe, and conducive to learning.
• Drive initiatives that enhance the nursery's reputation within the community.

Skills

• Proficient in English with excellent communication skills to engage with children, parents, and staff effectively.
• Strong leadership abilities to manage a diverse team and inspire them towards achieving common goals.
• Experience working with children in a childcare or educational setting is essential.
• Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices is highly desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail in a busy environment.
• A passion for nurturing children's growth and development through innovative programmes and activities.

What you get

• Competitive salary.
• Pension plan.
• 28 Days Annual leave including bank holidays.
• Monday to Friday.

What a Nursery Manager needs

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding.
• Senior leadership experience within a nursery setting.
• It is a legal requirement to hold a GCSE or equivalent qualification in Maths or be willing to achieve within 2 years of starting the position.

Kidz Day Nursery Ltd is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• Pay: £16.00 per hour
• Expected hours: No less than 37.5 per week
• Benefits:
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Colburn DL9 3JD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
• Education: Certificate of Higher Education (required)
• Experience: Early childhood education: 2 years (required)
• Work Location: In person