Nursery Manager

Staff Match; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established nursery group in Streatham, London is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager. The role involves managing and leading a team, ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations, and maintaining high standards of care. The ideal candidate will have NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification, 2+ years in a similar role, and strong leadership skills. Benefits include ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Career prospects

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Experience of leading and motivating teams.
• Experience of managing Safeguarding and Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and train nursery staff ensuring adherence to policies.
• Manage budgets and occupancy levels alongside the director.
• Lead team in EYFS planning ensuring safe learning environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Safeguarding

Health & Safety management

Education

NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or above

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a well-established nursery group in Streatham, London. The ideal candidate will have a hands on management style, experience of Ofsted Inspections where outcomes were “Good” or “Outstanding” excellent knowledge and understanding EYFS statutory requirements and be an inspirational team leader.

Person Specification

• NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or above
• Experience of leading and motivating teams
• Experience of managing Safeguarding and Health & Safety
• Track record of involvement in Ofsted Inspections
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)
• Paediatric First Aid (Desirable)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role

Responsibilities

• Recruitment, training and development of staff team ensuring all staff understand and follow nursery policy and procedures.
• To work closely with the director and manage budgets, occupancy levels and KPI's.
• To assist in the recruitment of nursery staff, manage inductions, supervisions and appraisals.
• To lead the team and support in EYFS planning and ensure children are learning and being cared for in a safe, caring environment.
• To ensure children\'s observations, assessment and development records are maintained.
• To manage marketing activities, such as newsletters, open days, promotions etc.
• To have lead responsibility of Safeguarding and Health & Safety, ensuring all staff follow policy and procedures.
• To promote diversity and equal opportunity.
• To work in partnership with parents forming caring and trusting relationships.
• To ensure professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• To lead by example working in a flexible manner and promoting high standards of care and education.

Benefits

Training ongoing support and further career prospects

Eligibility and how to apply

Due to the nature of this job, candidates will be subject to UK eligibility checks together with Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

For immediate interview please email Staff Match your up to date CV or call (phone number removed).