Nursery Manager

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-run nursery dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development. As a Nursery Manager, you'll lead a passionate team in a purpose-built facility, ensuring a safe and inspiring environment for children. With a focus on well-being, you'll enjoy competitive benefits, including free meals and enhanced leave. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in children's lives while fostering a supportive and inclusive culture. If you're a motivated leader with a love for childcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free meals and snacks

Accredited training

Enhanced leave options

Regular staff rewards

Wellbeing package

Discounted childcare

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Must be Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding and EYFS.

Responsibilities

• Lead a supportive team in a nursery setting.
• Ensure children's well-being and safety through safeguarding practices.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

EYFS Understanding

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

GCSE in Maths or equivalent

Job description

We are currently looking for a Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Trafford City.

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you're just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we'll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We're passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be!

Whilst all our settings are different, they all share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a princess one day to astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!

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.

Why become a Nursery Manager with Kids Planet Trafford City?
Purpose built nursery.
Good transport links, close to the Trafford Centre.
Large garden areas with free flow access from all the rooms.
Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.
Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!

What's in it for you?
Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.
Accredited training with the KP Academy.
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave.
Regular staff rewards.
Team appreciation events.
Long service awards.
Dedicated wellbeing package.
Highly discounted childcare.
A day off for your birthday.

A Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Trafford City gets:
Competitive salary.
Pension plan.
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.

Like the sound of joining our family?

Apply today to be a Nursery Manager with Kids Planet Trafford City!

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self-and flourish!

Kids Planet 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 Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:
Childcare
Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free or subsidised travel
Health & wellbeing programme
Referral programme
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Trafford City - Manager