Post Children Services Manager (Early Years)

Ecruit; City Of London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-driven charity in London is seeking a Post Children Services Manager (Early Years) to lead their Nursery and Crèche services. You will manage a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality education, compliance with Ofsted standards, and positive community relationships. Ideal candidates will have a Level 4 childcare qualification, 2+ years of nursery management experience, and strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £41,981 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience managing a Nursery.
• Experience working with Ofsted and meeting regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Nursery and Crèche team.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Ensure safeguarding and child protection standards are met.

Skills

Team leadership

Child safeguarding practices

Communication skills

Budget management

Staff development

Education

A Level 4 childcare qualification or higher

Job description

Post Children Services Manager (Early Years) – £41,981 + Benefits – London, W10

The Role

Do you have a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to supporting both children and staff in their growth and development? Are you excited about the opportunity to lead a team and expand services that make a meaningful impact on a local community?

Westway Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Post Children Services Manager (Early Years) to manage, develop, and expand our Nursery and Crèche services. Reporting to the Senior Manager - Learning, you will lead a dedicated team, working closely with staff, partners, commissioners, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality, affordable, and culturally appropriate childcare. Your leadership will contribute to maintaining excellent standards, achieving our growth ambitions, and fostering a strong sense of community engagement.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of early years services in a community-driven environment. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to contribute to the development of a thriving community, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Nursery and Crèche team to deliver high-quality early years education.
• Work with the finance team to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Maintain and improve our Ofsted rating by ensuring consistent quality assurance and service development.
• Foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee staff development and support training and growth opportunities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Trust policies and practices.
• Ensure safeguarding and child protection standards are met and maintained.
• Represent Westway Trust at community events and activities related to early years services.
• Work with marketing to enhance communications, branding, and recruitment efforts.

The Company

Westway Trust is a dynamic and forward-thinking charity located in the heart of Portobello, West London. Established as a beacon of community-driven change, the Westway Trust is rooted in the heart of North Kensington. As a Westway Trust employee, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fulfilling environment while making a meaningful difference.

Personal Skills:

• A Level 4 childcare qualification or higher.
• At least 2 years of experience managing a Nursery, including monitoring, reporting, and quality improvement.
• Experience working with Ofsted and meeting regulatory requirements.
• Strong team leadership skills, with experience supporting staff development and managing resources.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding practices and child protection.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to write reports and share data.
• A strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Knowledge of the local community, or experience working in North Kensington, is desirable.