Nursery Manager

Willingcare; Reading; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Healthcare scheme

Discounted childcare

Meals provided during your working day

On-site parking

Job summary

Willingcare invites applications for a Nursery Manager role in Reading. The successful candidate will oversee a well-established nursery, ensuring outstanding childcare and education, in a home-from-home environment.

The role requires proven nursery management experience, strong leadership, and a solid understanding of the EYFS and Ofsted expectations. Level 3 is essential, with Level 5 or QTS highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification as a minimum.
• Level 5 qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager is essential.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS framework, safeguarding, and early years legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the nursery, ensuring exceptional standards of care and education.
• Inspire, support, and develop a dedicated team of Early Years professionals.
• Maintain compliance with the EYFS framework, safeguarding legislation, and Ofsted requirements.
• Drive continuous quality improvement and confidently prepare for Ofsted inspections.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and external professionals.
• Oversee recruitment, inductions, supervisions, and staff development.
• Monitor occupancy, budgets, and operational performance to ensure the nursery's continued success.
• Create a positive culture where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

EYFS knowledge

Ofsted knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Level 5 qualification or QTS

Job description

Job Description

Nursery Manager

Up to £46,000 per year

Are you an experienced Nursery Manager with a proven track record of achieving excellent Ofsted outcomes? If you're passionate about leading high-performing teams and creating exceptional early years experiences, this could be the perfect opportunity.

This service is seeking a confident and inspiring Nursery Manager to lead a well-established nursery that prides itself on delivering outstanding childcare and education.

The successful candidate will have previous nursery management experience, strong leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of the EYFS framework and Ofsted expectations. A Level 3 qualification is essential, while a Level 5 qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) would be highly desirable.

Housed within a stunning building, the nursery offers a warm, home-from-home environment where children are encouraged to feel safe, confident, and valued. Bright, airy, and well-resourced rooms provide endless opportunities for continuous play and exploration, while extensive outdoor spaces inspire children to discover nature, develop their independence, and enjoy active learning every day.

Nursery Manager Requirements

• Level 3 Early Years qualification as a minimum.
• Level 5 qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is highly desirable.
• Experience as a Nursery Manager is essential.
• A strong history of achieving positive Ofsted outcomes.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and early years legislation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
• A genuine passion for providing outstanding childcare and education.

What’s On Offer

• Salary of up to £46,000 per year
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare scheme
• Discounted childcare
• Meals provided during your working day
• On-site parking
• Work within a beautiful nursery surrounded by extensive outdoor learning spaces
• Join a supportive team that values high-quality childcare and professional development

Nursery Manager Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the nursery, ensuring exceptional standards of care and education.
• Inspire, support, and develop a dedicated team of Early Years professionals.
• Maintain compliance with the EYFS framework, safeguarding legislation, and Ofsted requirements.
• Drive continuous quality improvement and confidently prepare for Ofsted inspections.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and external professionals.
• Oversee recruitment, inductions, supervisions, and staff development.
• Monitor occupancy, budgets, and operational performance to ensure the nursery's continued success.
• Create a positive culture where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL245545/DN-MW

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