Nursery Manager

We are recruiting for a highly respected and sought after Worcestershire Nursery. It is a warm, inclusive, and nurturing nursery dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood education. They pride themselves on their child-centered approach, fostering a safe, creative, and stimulating environment where each child can flourish. Their passionate team of educators is committed to making every day a joyful learning experience for all children in their care.

We are now looking for an experienced Childcare Manager to lead the nursery team and ensure high-quality care and learning in line with their values and regulatory standards.

Role Overview:

As the Childcare Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the daily operations of the nursery. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe, caring, and stimulating environment while managing and supporting a team of dedicated childcare professionals. This role requires a strong leader with a passion for early childhood education, excellent organizational skills, and a deep commitment to child development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Management: Lead, inspire, and support the nursery team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Childcare Standards: Ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and early years education are met in line with regulatory requirements.
• Curriculum Planning: Oversee the implementation of the early years curriculum, ensuring activities are age-appropriate, engaging, and support children's development.
• Parent Communication: Build positive relationships with parents, addressing their needs and concerns, and providing regular feedback on their child’s progress.
• Compliance: Ensure the nursery complies with all health, safety, and regulatory requirements, keeping up-to-date with the latest EYFS and Ofsted standards.
• Administrative Duties: Manage budgets, staffing schedules, training, and maintain accurate records of children’s development and attendance.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead efforts to evaluate and enhance nursery programs, policies, and practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Essential:
  • NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent), ideally with a degree in Early Years or a related field.
  • Experience in a childcare management or leadership role.
  • In-depth knowledge of EYFS curriculum and Ofsted standards.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with both children and adults.
• Desirable:
  • Paediatric First Aid certification.
  • Experience with nursery administration and budget management.
  • Proven track record of successfully passing Ofsted inspections.

This role offers a wonderful environment in a prestigious location and a multitude of long term prospects