Nursery Manager

The Kemnal Academies Trust; Heybridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in England seeks an enthusiastic Nursery Manager to create a vibrant learning environment. The successful candidate will guide a dedicated team, implementing the EYFS curriculum and fostering children's development. Responsibilities include team leadership and creating an engaging atmosphere for learning. The role offers ongoing training opportunities and a supportive workplace culture focused on work-life balance.

Benefits

Excellent ongoing CPD and training programmes

Friendly and supportive environment

Cycle to work scheme

Widerwallet discount programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• In depth knowledge of EYFS framework and engaging curriculum planning.
• Must hold a Level 3 qualification in early years education.
• Strong ability to develop positive relationships with children.

Responsibilities

• Create a vibrant learning environment for children.
• Lead the nursery team under the direction of the Early Years Lead.
• Implement and enhance the EYFS curriculum.

Skills

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Communication with young children

Resourcefulness and creativity

Team collaboration

Passion for Early Years

Education

Early years qualification (minimum Level 3)

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an ambitious and inspirational Nursery Manager who can create a vibrant learning environment that promotes learning and enables children to reach their full potential. Do you have an excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, are you passionate about positive reinforcement, developing an enabling environment both inside and outside and most importantly do you love working with children? We are looking to appoint a Nursery Manager to lead our nursery team and work under the direction of our Early Years Lead. You'll immerse yourself with our stimulating EYFS curriculum, further develop the nursery environment, get wet on rainy days and wrap up on very cold days. Most importantly, are you willing to dress up as a dinosaur and give warm smiles to make every child feel special. As our Nursery Manager you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team who all share the same vision of achieving more together.

Qualifications

• Able to demonstrate in depth knowledge on the EYFS framework and plan an engaging curriculum
• Early years qualified (minimum Level 3)
• Passionate about Early Years and teaching young children
• A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Passionate, resourceful and creative about children learning through play and physical activities
• Able to promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils

Hours & Schedule

37 hours per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 8:15 am to 4:15 pm and Thursday & Friday, 8:15 am to 4:00 pm, including a 30‑minute unpaid break.

Benefits

• Excellent ongoing CPD and training programmes with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
• Coaching and mentoring from the academy's experienced leadership team
• A comprehensive induction programme
• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work‑life balance
• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
• Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
• Cycle to work scheme
• TKAT Widerwallet discount programme with a wealth of discounts
• Free eye tests
• Employee Assistance Programme – free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

Commitment

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward. Access to interview: If you are selected & invited to interview, please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

Acknowledgement of the Kemnal Academies Trust

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi‑Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; “achieving more together”, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family. TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work‑life balance.

Safeguarding & Background Checks

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.