Nursery Manager / Assistant Nursery Manager

The Willows Day Nursery; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's day nursery is looking for a Nursery Manager to oversee daily operations. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations, safeguarding children, managing staff, and meeting financial targets. The ideal candidate has experience in childcare management and is a strong team player. A full-time position with a salary of £28,000 – £30,000. Immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing day-to-day operations of a childcare setting.
• Advanced English language skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective daily management of the nursery according to Company Policy.
• Responsible for safety and well-being of all children.
• Assist with recruitment and management of nursery staff.
• Monitor day-to-day financial operations and meet objectives.

Skills

Team player

Understanding of financial constraints

Organising activities in line with EYFS

Job description

Purpose of Role. This role is to manage the day to day operations of a large children’s day nursery. The person will also need to be a team player, have an understanding of the financial constraints of a nursery, and organise activities in line with the EYFS. The person will also carry out supervisions, as well as hold nursery records. The person will work closely with the directors to ensure objectives for the business are carried out.

Key Objectives

• Ensure the effective daily management of the nursery in accordance with Company Policy; the Children Act 1989, and other relevant legislation; and all Local Authority and OFSTED requirements.
• Responsible for the safety, security and well‑being of all children registered with the nursery.
• Assist with recruitment, management, training and discipline of all nursery staff.
• Monitor and ensure all agreed Company quality, safety standards, equal opportunity are maintained in the nursery at all times.
• Monitor the day‑to‑day financial operations within the nursery and meet occupancy and financial objectives.
• Further duties are requested by the directors from time to time.

Experience: Required

Languages: English – Advanced

Employment: Full‑time

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 yearly

Starting time: Immediate start!

About The Willows Day Nursery:

We are an established nursery and have long‑standing staff. We are looking for someone with experience to lead the team. We are passionate about providing excellence in childcare and the important Early Years.