Nursery Manager

Tiny Tots Recruitment; Duns; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Free childcare provision while onshift

Free onsite parking

Ongoing training and professional deV

Job summary

Tiny Tots Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Manager for an Out of School Club in Lauder to lead Breakfast, After School, and Holiday Club provision. You will oversee day-to-day operations, lead a supportive team, and ensure a safe, engaging environment for every child.

You're expected to have at least 2 years' experience in childcare or education, a relevant qualification (SCQF Level 9 or working towards), and strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience managing in a childcare, play, or educational setting (minimum 2 years).
• Relevant childcare/education qualification (SCQF Level 9 or working towards).
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence and safeguarding best practice.
• SSSC registration (or ability to register).

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the breakfast, after school, and holiday clubs
• Lead and inspire a team of staff, supporting their development
• Create engaging play opportunities that promote confidence and creativity
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health, and safety standards
• Manage administration, bookings, fees, and occupancy levels
• Build strong relationships with parents, schools, and the local community

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

SCQF Level 9 qualification or working towards

Job description

Salary:

£27,000 £32,000 per year

Hours:

Term time 31 hrs/week Holiday clubs 42 hrs/week No weekends

Tiny Tots Recruitment is excited to be working with a vibrant and community-focused Out of School Club who are looking for an experienced Manager to lead their Breakfast, After School, and Holiday Club provision in Lauder.

This role offers the chance to make a real impact in a well-established setting that supports children aged 3 11. You ll be responsible for the day-to-day running of the club, leading a supportive team, and ensuring a safe, fun, and engaging environment for every child.

What s on Offer:

• Monday Friday (no weekends!)
• Pension scheme
• Free childcare provision while on shift
• Free onsite parking
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive management committee and great team environment

The Role:

• Manage the daily operations of the breakfast, after school, and holiday clubs
• Lead and inspire a team of staff, supporting their development
• Create engaging play opportunities that promote confidence and creativity
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health, and safety standards
• Manage administration, bookings, fees, and occupancy levels
• Build strong relationships with parents, schools, and the local community

About You:

• Experience managing in a childcare, play, or educational setting (minimum 2 years)
• Relevant childcare/education qualification (SCQF Level 9 or working towards)
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence and safeguarding best practice
• SSSC registration (or ability to register)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving, child-centred service where your leadership will make a lasting difference.