Nursery Manager

Employment Hub Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent childcare provider in East Midlands is seeking a Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations, support staff, and ensure an enriching learning environment for children aged 0-5. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, possess at least four years of relevant experience, and demonstrate strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary up to £38,000 per annum and a variety of employee benefits including custom training and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Free bespoke training programme

Career progression

Competitive pay/annual review

Discounted childcare

Company wellness programmes

28 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Unlimited Tea and Coffee

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 or above in Early Years / Childcare.
• At least four years’ experience in the Early Years sector.
• Experience leading and supporting teams in a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of the nursery.
• Create exciting learning environments.
• Support and manage staff effectively.

Skills

Team leadership

Childcare and education management

Experience with children aged 0-5

Health and safety compliance

Finance management

Supporting inspections

Education

Level 3 or above in Early Years / Childcare

Job description

Overview

Are you a great deputy looking for their first nursery manager role? Or maybe you are a manager who has outgrown your current setting? Then this is the position for you! You will be tasked with ensuring the smooth running of the nursery and have experience of how to support and manage all staff. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about creating new and exciting learning environments.

Benefits

• Free bespoke training programme
• Career progression
• Refer a friend bonus
• Competitive pay/annual review
• Discounted childcare – increasing discount with length of service
• Company wellness programmes
• 28 days annual leave with the option to earn additional holiday with length of service.
• Never work on your birthday again – an extra days holiday gifted to all staff
• Bespoke benefits package to meet your needs – pick the benefit that most suit you
• FREE level 2, 3 & 5 training in early years and management
• A fun and vibrant nursery company with dedicated head office team to support you
• All hands on deck - Floating staff and our own bank staff to cover room during busy periods and in emergencies
• Free Uniform and DBS
• Cycle to work scheme
• Unlimited Tea and Coffee in staff room
• Employee of the month prizes

Qualifications & Experience

• Have a minimum Level 3 or above in Early Years / Childcare or equivalent
• At least four years’ experience working in the Early Years sector
• Relevant skills for working with children aged 0-5 years
• Experience of leading and supporting teams and the overall day to day running of a nursery
• Experienced in all areas of nursery management i.e. Childcare & Education, staff, finance, health & safety and general and operations management
• Proven track record of involvement in supporting inspections

Salary up to £38,000 pa