Nursery Manager

Happy Nurses; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent childcare organization in Nottingham is looking for a dedicated nursery manager to join their team full-time. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in childcare management or as a deputy, and will be responsible for leading a team while maintaining high-quality care and education standards. Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential, along with a full Early Years Level 3 qualification. A driving licence is preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Previous childcare management experience required.
• Ofsted inspection experience is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS guidelines is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the childcare team to maintain high standards.
• Ensure compliance with legal ratios.
• Motivate and support team members.

Skills

Strong leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a nursery manager to work full time. We are ideally seeking someone with previous nursery manager experience or with deputy experience at a minimum. As the Nursery Manager, you will lead our childcare team to uphold the highest standards of care and education. Your responsibilities will include maintaining an organized and stimulating childcare environment, ensuring compliance with legal ratios, managing, supporting, and motivating the team, and overseeing the induction of new team members.

Qualifications

• Previous childcare management experience
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Demonstrate a focus on delivering high-quality childcare and education
• Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
• Strong understanding of the EYFS guidelines
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ofsted inspection experience

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: £39,188 per year
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred)

Application

Please apply using your CV and we will aim to respond within 3 working days.