Nursery Manager - Full-time

Remedy Recruitment Group; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to lead a nursery team

Job summary

Remedy Education seeks a Nursery Manager to lead a Colchester nursery on a full-time, permanent basis. You will oversee daily operations, uphold EYFS standards and safeguarding, and lead a team of Early Years practitioners to provide a stimulating, safe environment for children.

You will be responsible for staff rotas, recruitment and performance, ensuring Ofsted compliance and strong partnerships with families and external professionals. A genuine passion for children's development is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead a nursery team.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding requirements.
• Experience managing staff rotas, recruitment and training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day nursery operations and ensure smooth running.
• Lead, motivate and support a team of Early Years practitioners.
• Maintain high standards of care, education and safeguarding.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements and statutory regulations.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and external professionals.
• Monitor children's development and support individual learning needs.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Staff management

Education

Senior Leadership in Early Years

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) expertise

Job description

Remedy Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated Nursery Manager to join a welcoming nursery setting in Colchester on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is passionate about childcare, leadership and creating a positive environment where children can thrive.

The Role

As Nursery Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding are maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the daily operations and smooth running of the nursery.

Lead, motivate and support a team of Early Years practitioners.

Ensure the nursery provides a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.

Maintain high standards of childcare, learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.

Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.

Build positive relationships with parents, families and external professionals.

Monitor children's development and ensure individual learning needs are supported.

Manage staff rotas, recruitment, training and performance where required.

Ensure the nursery meets Ofsted requirements and relevant statutory regulations.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience in a Nursery Manager or Senior Leadership role within an Early Years setting.

Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.

Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Experience managing and developing a team.

A genuine passion for children's learning, development and wellbeing.

A proactive approach with the ability to maintain high standards of care and education.

What We Offer

Opportunity to lead and develop a nursery team.

Supportive working environment.

Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's early development.

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