Nursery Manager

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within ABC Kids Nursery for a full time Manager. The desired candidate will be a successful manager orexperiencedDeputy Manager. As deputy, you will have a proven record of managing a nursery in the absent of a manager and have demonstrated the necessary skills, drive and passion to progress to the position of manager.

We are looking for a manager with the necessary skills to support, motivate and develop staff whilst calmly and confidently deal with the day to day challenges of a busy nursery. The successful applicant will skilfully adapt their approach to meet the needs of the children, parents, staff and outside agencies demonstrating a professional manner at all times

Responsibilities and Duties

  • The running of the nursery along with support from the owners.
  • Day to day running of the nursery to achieve and maintain outstanding standards of care and education.
  • Mentoring, guiding and developing your team.
  • Providing professional advice and support on childcare development.
  • Developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents, children and childcare professionals.
  • Managing budgets and meeting targets.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Child Care and Education or equivalent
  • A minimum of 3 years experience of working with 0-5-year olds
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in management / senior role
  • Experience of supervising staff, including recruitment, induction and performance management
  • Previous experience of working alongside vulnerable parents
  • Passion to work with children aged 0-5 years
  • Able to develop relationships with a wide range of people
  • Able to prioritise appropriately
  • Able to make an effective contribution to a team
  • Able to motivate and set examples to others
  • Strong professional ethos
  • Resilience and flexibility

Benefits

Competitive salary,

Free Parking

20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Childcare discount

Pension scheme

If you are passionate about childcare, want to make a difference, and want to work for an excellent nursery and company, then please contact us to find out if this could be the perfect position for you!

Job Type: Full-time

For More information or to request an application pack please email AtiyyahZafar on , or alternatively call on 01733 555463.