Nursery Manager

Crabbs Cross Redditch Nursery; Redditch; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Redditch is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations and lead a passionate team. Ideal candidates will have at least Level 3 in Childcare and 3 years of nursery experience. Competitive salary of up to £38,000 per annum, with various benefits including subsidised childcare and a strong wellbeing programme.

Benefits

Uniform

Company Pension

Flexible working options

CPD opportunities

Health Cash Plan scheme

Subsidised childcare

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience within a nursery setting.
• Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of nursery management.
• Ability to use computerised systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a staff team.
• Provide a clean and well-maintained environment.
• Ensure the curriculum is promoted and delivered.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Organization skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 in Childcare

Higher qualifications

Job description

About the Employer and Role

Bright Kids has established itself as a provider of children’s day care in the region and we have an exciting opportunity to become part of the Bright Kids management team at our established setting in Crabbs Cross, Redditch.

This post is suited to an experienced Manager who is confident, passionate and inspirational. The role of Nursery Manager will be to support all staff in their role within the setting, whilst also dealing with administration tasks such as invoicing, budget control and use of the funding portal. You should have the ability to manage and lead your staff team with a focused and strong leadership style. You should also be able to motivate, lead and inspire the staff team.

Reporting

Operations Director

Overall Purpose of the Job

To effectively manage the day-to-day and financial operations of the nursery and out of school clubs

To oversee the operations of the setting to a high standard of care and education to children in line with the Ethos, Core values, policies and procedures for Bright Kids.

Responsibilities

To lead, manage and develop a staff team.

To provide a clean and well-maintained environment conducive with the Curiosity Approach and health and safety standards.

To ensure the curriculum is promoted and delivered throughout the setting.

To be part of the wider management team of the company.

Qualities and Experience

We are looking for a person who is qualified to a minimum of level 3 in childcare with at least three year’s post-qualification experience within a Nursery setting. Higher qualifications would be an advantage. A comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the running of a Nursery must be shown. The ability to use computerised systems is essential. Previous management experience preferred, but at least two years supervisory experience is required. You will need to be flexible and enthusiastic with a good sense of humour.

We are also looking for a person who is able to work on his or her own initiative within the Nursery setting.

• Be an effective communicator, using appropriate formats and platforms.
• Be punctual and manage time effectively.
• Be flexible to meet the needs of the setting and the company as a whole.
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times.
• Be able to take action or make decisions in emergencies
• Be approachable to all staff, parents and other professionals.
• Have a consistent approach.
• Have high standards and expectations
• Have good organisation skills.

Hours

While our management positions are ideally full-time 42.5 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern between 7.30am-6.00pm Monday to Friday, we are happy to discuss part time and flexible working pattern options.

Salary

Up to £38,000 per annum FTE based on 42.5 hours per week inclusive of basic salary and bonuses earned including on target occupancy bonus. Subject to experience and qualification. (pro rata for part time)

Benefits include

Uniform, Company Pension, Additional Birthday Holiday after 1 year and further long-service holiday entitlements available. CPD opportunities with our sister training company and alongside our training, you will also have access to a Health Cash Plan scheme, the opportunity for flexible working, bonuses throughout the year and subsidised childcare as well as a focus on a strong wellbeing programme to support our staff's mental wellbeing. NB : The subsidised childcare offers 50% off childcare fees for fee paying staff members until funded hours are provided. At this point the discount becomes 25% off any remaining nursery fees after the funded hours are deducted. First month nursery fees are free of charge (please note if a successful probationary period is not completed, this monthly fee will be owed to the nursery).

A full DBS Certificate will be required prior to commencement

Safeguarding Statement

Crabbs Cross Redditch Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.