Nursery Manager

Willingcare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Subsidised meals

Training and development opportunities

Pension scheme

Uniform provided

Job summary

Willingcare is seeking a confident Nursery Manager to lead a purpose-built setting for babies, toddlers and pre-school children in the United Kingdom. You’ll oversee day-to-day operations, staff management and ensure high standards of care and education in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.

This full-time position offers a salary up to £45,000, with on-site parking, subsidised meals and opportunities for training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
• Previous Nursery Manager experience or strong Deputy experience with readiness to step up.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the setting.
• Lead, motivate and develop the nursery team.
• Maintain consistently high standards of care and education across all age groups.
• Ensure the EYFS is embedded effectively throughout the nursery.
• Oversee safeguarding, compliance, staffing, ratios, health and safety.
• Support practitioners to make full use of indoor and outdoor environments.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards across the setting.
• Build strong relationships with parents and families.
• Support staff development through coaching, supervision & training.

Skills

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Nursery Manager experience

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Staff leadership

Day-to-day operations management

Staffing ratios & compliance

Organisational & decision-making

Relationship building with children &

Hands-on leadership

Education

Early Years Level 3 qualification or above

Job description

Job Description

Nursery Manager

Up to £45,000 per year

This is an opportunity to make your mark on a nursery, whether you’re an established Nursery Manager or an experienced Deputy ready to take that next step.

Set within a fantastic purpose-built facility, the nursery provides bright, spacious environments specifically designed for babies, toddlers and pre-school children. Each room leads directly to outdoor space, allowing children to move naturally between indoor and outdoor experiences and making fresh air, physical activity and exploration an everyday part of nursery life.

We’re looking for a confident Early Years Manager to take responsibility for the setting, bringing together strong practice, supportive team leadership and the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery.

What We’re Looking For

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
• Previous Nursery Manager experience or strong Deputy Nursery Manager experience with the readiness to step up
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
• Proven experience leading, motivating and developing an Early Years team
• Confidence overseeing the day-to-day operations of a busy nursery
• Experience managing staffing, ratios and compliance
• Strong organisational and decision-making skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• A hands-on leadership style and commitment to delivering high-quality Early Years care

What You’ll Receive

• Salary up to £45,000
• Full-time hours
• On-site parking
• Subsidised meals
• Training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Uniform provided

Leading the Nursery

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the setting
• Lead, motivate and develop the nursery team
• Maintain consistently high standards of care and education across all age groups
• Ensure the EYFS is embedded effectively throughout the nursery
• Oversee safeguarding, compliance, staffing, ratios, health and safety
• Support practitioners to make full use of the nursery’s indoor and outdoor environments
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards across the setting
• Build strong relationships with parents and families
• Support staff development through coaching, supervision & training
• Create a positive culture where both children and practitioners …

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL259419/SM

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