Senior Nursery Manager

Tops Day Nurseries; Poole; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Nursery Manager to supervise children's activities and ensure a safe and fun learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Early Years Qualification and solid experience in managing nurseries. This role offers a £700 welcome bonus, benefits like annual profit-sharing bonuses, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

£700 Welcome Bonus

Relocation Package up to £3000

Annual Bonus Scheme via profit shares

Childcare Discount up to 60%

Flexible Working Options

Holiday Allowance 30 days

Free meals for staff

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid background in effectively managing nursery settings.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Responsibilities

• Supervise children and ensure their safety.
• Communicate with staff, children, and parents effectively.
• Develop and maintain the nursery budget.

Skills

Communication

Creative skills

Budget management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Nursery Manager, you'll help create a safe, educational, and fun environment for the children in our care. You'll supervise children, ensure their safety, and organize activities such as games, crafts, and educational tasks. About the Nursery Tops Parkstone Nursery is a 56 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Parkstone, Poole. The nursery runs several extra-curricular activities including Tops Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, tooth brushing, football fun and much more!

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a solid background in effectively managing nursery settings.
• Communicate excellently to engage with children, staff members, and parents.
• Use creative skills and imagination to provide educational activities that ensure children are happy and learning in a rewarding environment.
• Maintain a positive outlook to keep children happy and build an environment where they feel secure and rewarded.
• Conduct interviews for potential applicants put forward by the recruitment department.
• Develop and maintain the nursery budget.
• Arrange marketing materials.
• Monitor the condition of the facility and equipment, organizing maintenance, repairs, and new items as required.
• Update parents and carers about their child\'s progress and behaviour.
• Answer enquiries about enrolment, payments, and practices.
• Develop and implement an age-appropriate program of annual events and activities.
• Prepare the nursery for Ofsted inspections and follow inspector recommendations.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.
• Have a solid knowledge of the EYFS.
• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Why Tops Day Nurseries?

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today\'s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment. As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company\'s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We\'re also proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher. This section also notes staff well-being initiatives and benefits.

• £700 Welcome Bonus
• Relocation Package up to £3000
• Annual Bonus Scheme via profit shares
• Childcare Discount up to 60%
• Flexible Working Options with compressed hours or 9 days over two weeks
• Holiday Allowance 30 days including a Birthday/Wellbeing Day
• Free meals for staff
• Employee recognition and wellbeing support
• Career development opportunities
• Travel and parking season ticket loan

Staff well-being is valued and nurtured; staff nominations and award nights recognize contributions. OFSTED feedback is considered in practice.