Nursery Manager: Lead, Elevate Early Years Team

Olympus Recruitment; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave plus bank holidays and追加の

Pension and life assurance

Funded DBS Update Service

Health and wellbeing support

Long service recognition

Job summary

Olympus Recruitment is seeking a Nursery Manager in Tunbridge Wells to lead a well-established nursery, driving high standards in care, learning and safeguarding with a capable team and strong community links.

You will manage staff, budgets and resources, nurture partnerships with families from first visit to school, and bring fresh ideas while benefiting from training, mentoring and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years/Childcare.
• Proven leadership experience within an early years setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.
• The confidence to manage people, have constructive conversations and lead positive change.
• An organised approach, an approachable manner and a real commitment to giving children the best start.

Responsibilities

• Lead with personality and purpose. Coach, support and develop your team, helping people feel confident, valued and proud of their work.
• Make quality part of every day. Keep care, learning and safeguarding at the heart of the nursery, with strong EYFS practice throughout.
• Build parents' confidence. Create welcoming, honest relationships with families, from that first visit to the big move to school.
• Keep the nursery running smoothly. Take ownership of staffing, budgets and resources, balancing excellent care with a well-managed setting.
• Turn ideas into improvements. Recognise what's working, tackle what needs attention and bring your team along with you.

Skills

Leadership

People management

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Budgeting

Education

A Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Olympus Recruitment is seeking a Nursery Manager in Tunbridge Wells to lead a well-established nursery, driving high standards in care, learning and safeguarding with a capable team and strong community links.

You will manage staff, budgets and resources, nurture partnerships with families from first visit to school, and bring fresh ideas while benefiting from training, mentoring and career development opportunities.