Nursery Manager

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Worthing; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private nursery in Worthing seeks an experienced Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure quality education and care. The role involves leading a team, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering strong relationships with families. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and at least 2 years of management experience. The position offers a competitive salary, enhanced holiday entitlement, and free parking.

Benefits

Very Competitive Salary

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Level 5 preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in a management role in an early years setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding legislation, and nursery operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team to deliver outstanding care and education.
• Manage daily nursery operations including staff deployment and ratios.
• Ensure a safe and happy environment for children's growth.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Budget management

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years (Level 5 preferred)

Job description

Zero2Five are proud to be working with a quality private nursery who are looking to employ an experienced Nursery Manager for their x40 place setting near Worthing, West Sussex. The successful candidate will lead the setting and drive excellence in childcare and education, and oversee the smooth running of the nursery.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadingandmotivatinga team of early years practitioners to deliveroutstandingcare and education in line with theEYFS framework.
• Managingdaily operations,includingstaff deployment,rotas, and maintaining child-to-staffratiosat all times.
• Ensuring asafe, secure, and happy environmentwhere children can grow, develop, and reach their full potential.
• Developingstrong partnershipswith parents and carers through regularcommunication,progress updates, and involvement in the life of the nursery.
• Acting asDesignated Safeguarding Lead(DSL), with responsibility for promoting and upholding the highest standards ofchild protection and welfare.
• EnsuringcompliancewithOfsted regulations,health & safety legislation, andinternal policies
• Overseeingrecruitment,inductions,supervisions,appraisals, andprofessional developmentof staff.
• Managing nurseryoccupancy,waiting lists, and ensuringfee income is maximisedthrough effectivemarketingandadministration.
• Monitoringbudgets,expensesand contributing to the financial sustainability of the nursery.

Essential Criteria

• A minimumLevel 3qualification inEarly Years(Level 5or above preferred).
• At least2 years’ experiencein a management rolewithin an early years setting.
• A thorough knowledge of theEYFS,safeguardinglegislation,Ofstedinspection frameworks, nurseryoperations, andbest practicein early years education.
• Strong leadershipandorganisational skills, with the ability toinspire,supportanddevelop a team.
• Excellentwrittenandverbalcommunication skills, with awarmandprofessionalapproach to working with children, families, and colleagues.
• Experience managing nurserybudgets,occupancy, andoperational targets.
• A currentPaediatric First Aid certificateandDesignated Safeguarding Lead(DSL) training (or willingness to complete).

Benefits

• Very Competitive Salary
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Free Parking

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