Nursery Manager

Staff Match; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Salisbury is seeking an experienced Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure high standards of care and education. The successful candidate will lead a motivated team, manage inspections, and work closely with parents to enhance children's development. This role offers ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training, support, and career development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience of leading and motivating a team.
• Track record of involvement in Ofsted inspections.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, occupancy levels, and KPIs.
• Prepare for and manage Ofsted inspections.
• Lead the team and support EYFS curriculum planning.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Ofsted inspection involvement

Safeguarding

Education

NVQ level 3 or above

Tools

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Paediatric First Aid

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a super nursery in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

Person Specification:

• NVQ level 3 or above
• Experience of leading and motivating a team
• Track record of involvement in Ofsted inspections
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)
• Paediatric First Aid (Desirable)
• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role

Nursery Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage budgets, occupancy levels, and KPIs
• Prepare for and manage Ofsted inspections
• Assist in recruitment, manage inductions, supervisions, and appraisals
• Lead the team and support EYFS curriculum planning
• Manage staff rotas and staff meetings
• Ensure children’s observations, assessment, and development records are maintained
• Manage marketing activities, such as open days and promotions
• Lead safeguarding and health & safety responsibilities, ensuring policy adherence
• Work in partnership with parents to build caring and trusting relationships
• Attend staff meetings and training as required

Benefits:

• Ongoing training, support, and career development
• Candidates will be subject to UK eligibility checks and DBS checks
• For immediate interview, please email your up-to-date CV or call (phone number removed)