Nursery Manager

Mowden Hall School; Stocksfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mowden Hall School is seeking a highly motivated Nursery Manager to lead 'The Nest', a new setting for 2 to 3-year-olds. The role involves creating a stimulating environment, managing a team, and ensuring best practices in Inclusion and Safeguarding. Applicants should be qualified to NVQ Level 3 or above and possess strong leadership and communication skills. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the educational experience for young children in a supportive environment.

Benefits

School lunches provided

Regular breaks

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or above.
• Strong team leader with excellent communication skills.
• Committed to best practices in Inclusion and Safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small team in a nursery setting.
• Plan and deliver a structured curriculum for 2 to 3-year-olds.
• Build positive relationships with parents and support children's development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Education

NVQ Level 3 or above

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, suitably qualified, and inspirational Nursery Manager to lead our new setting for 2 to 3-year-olds, called “The Nest”.

Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or above, you will be responsible for planning and delivering a well-structured curriculum and creating engaging activities that provide children with a safe, stimulating, and organised environment. As a strong team leader, you will motivate and manage a small team, delegate tasks effectively, and inform staff about new initiatives and best practices.

With excellent communication skills, you will build positive relationships with parents, supporting them in their child’s education and development. Committed to best practices in Inclusion, Safeguarding, and Health & Safety, you will follow statutory guidelines and regulations to ensure all children are safe, supported, and fully included.

Our Nursery operates between 7.30am and 6.00pm, for 50 weeks of the year. School lunches and regular breaks are provided.

For an initial discussion regarding the role, please contact Kirsten Knight, Head of Pre-Prep, or email [e-mail]. To apply, please complete the Mowden Hall Application Form at mowdenhallpst.org, along with a letter outlining your reasons for applying, by 2pm on Friday, 13th May 2025. Interviews will be scheduled shortly after this date.