Nursery Manager

Prospero Teaching; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider seeks a proactive and qualified Nursery Manager for its childcare center in Southampton. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, ensuring a high standard of care and education in a nurturing environment. A focus on staff development and community engagement is crucial. Candidates must hold relevant qualifications and experience in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is essential.
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a nursery setting is essential.
• Strong understanding of child development and early years curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management to nursery staff.
• Oversee daily operations ensuring safety and compliance.
• Implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational

Interpersonal

Child Development Understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Primary/EYFS PGCE or related field

Job description

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Prospero Teaching are seeking to appoint a nurturing and dynamic Nursery Manager into one of our early childhood education centres. The successful candidate must be dedicated to providing a safe, stimulating, and caring environment for young children. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead the team and ensure the highest standards of care and education.

As a Nursery Manager, you will:

• Provide leadership and management to the nursery staff.Oversee the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities.Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards.Manage budgets, resources, and staffing effectively.Foster positive relationships with parents, children, and the community.Monitor and evaluate the nursery’s performance and implement improvement plans.Support the professional development of nursery staff.

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education/ Primary/EYFS PGCE or a related field.Proven experience in a leadership role within a nursery or early childhood setting.Strong understanding of child development and early years curriculum.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.Ability to inspire and motivate staff and create a positive team environment.Commitment to providing high-quality care and education.

Position – Nursery Manager
Contract or position start date – ASAP
Duration – Permanent
Contract or position end date (if applicable) – N/A
Full time/part-time – Full Time
Hours – Standard working hours (times may vary).

Essential & Desirable Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education/ Primary/EYFS PGCE or a related field- ESSENTIAL

– Experience within a similar role- ESSENTIAL

To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:

• Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)