Nursery Manager

Happy Nurses; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced nursery manager to lead their team. The candidate should have strong leadership skills, relevant childcare management experience, and a focus on delivering high-quality education. The role includes ensuring compliance with legal guidelines and supporting team members. Salary ranges from £34k to £37k per year, with a full-time, permanent schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous childcare management experience required.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills needed.
• Experience with Ofsted inspections is a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead the childcare team to maintain high standards.
• Ensure compliance with legal ratios and motivate the team.
• Oversee induction of new team members.

Skills

Childcare management experience

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a nursery manager to work full time for 52 weeks per year all year round. We are seeking someone with previous nursery manager experience or with deputy experience at a minimum.

Responsibilities

• As the Nursery Manager, you will lead our childcare team to uphold the highest standards of care and education.
• Maintain an organized and stimulating childcare environment, ensure compliance with legal ratios, manage, support, and motivate the team, and oversee the induction of new team members.

Qualifications

• Have previous childcare management experience
• Possess strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Demonstrate a focus on delivering high-quality childcare and education
• Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
• Show a strong understanding of the EYFS guidelines
• Exhibit excellent time management and organizational skills
• Have strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Must have Ofsted inspection experience

Salary & Benefits

Salary range £34k-£37k per year

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional Details

• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred)
• Work Location: In person