Nursery Manager

TN United Kingdom; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Nursery Manager to lead a dedicated team in delivering exceptional childcare. This role emphasizes high standards, fostering a love of learning, and building strong relationships with parents and educators. Join a nurturing environment that values teamwork and personal growth, and contribute to a community-focused nursery that is loved by families. If you are motivated by making a difference in children's lives and possess proven leadership skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual wellness day off

Company sick pay

Access to retail discounts

25 days holiday

Performance-related bonuses

Dedicated learning support

Confidential counselling sessions

Qualifications

• Proven managerial experience in an early years setting.
• Understanding of special educational needs and equality of opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest standards of childcare are delivered.
• Instill a love of learning in the educator team and children.

Skills

Team Leadership

Childcare Standards

Marketing Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification

Job description

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• Full Time, 40 Hours per week, Monday to Friday

With close community ties and our carefully curated spaces, Ickle Pickles is a much-loved nursery school in Iwade.

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Nursery Manager who excels in team leadership and will contribute to the effective and successful running of the nursery in accordance with our values.

You'll ensure the highest standards of childcare are delivered, instilling a love of learning to the educator team and children in our care.

As part of your role you'll deliver high setting occupancy, promote the setting through local marketing and attract and develop the highest quality of educators to be a part of your team.

You'll be an inspiring leader to the educator team, whilst creating an effective parent partnership by creating longstanding relationships.

About the job:

1. Ensure the highest standards of childcare are delivered at the setting.
2. Instill a love of learning in the educator team and children in our care.
3. Deliver high setting occupancy, promote the setting, and attract the highest quality of educators.
4. Lead the educator team and promote Storal’s values.
5. Create effective parent partnerships by building longstanding relationships.

About you:

1. Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification or equivalent.
2. Proven managerial experience within an early years setting.
3. Understanding of special educational needs and equality of opportunity.
4. Experience with nursery administration, with a commercial mindset.
5. Passionate about delivering high standards of childcare.

What we can offer you:

Salary: From £31,200 up to £46,800 - based on experience and qualifications.

• Annual wellness day off.
• Company sick pay.
• Access to retail and other discounts through Perkbox.
• 25 days holiday.
• Performance-related bonuses.
• Dedicated learning and development support.
• Access to confidential counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme.

About us:

This nursery is part of Storal, a group of nurseries across England. Our vision is to be the nursery group that every family and educator wants to be part of. Our values focus on creating a positive environment for teams and children. We believe in high standards, praising each other, teamwork, and supporting growth. If you align with this approach, then a Storal nursery is the place for you.

Storal is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All employees will undergo background checks, enhanced DBS checks, and reference checks.