Nursery Manager

A well established and popular nursery based in the heart of Didsbury are working exclusively with Reed Education Manchester. This outstanding Nursery are looking to recruit a new Manager to work alongside the existing management team that work across two sites. The nursery is at maximum capacity with an extensive waiting list and has a wonderful reputation across the local community. They currently have 50 staff members across both sites ranging from apprentices, Level 2, level 3 , Level 4 & Level 5 as well as several EYFS teachers. The Nursery Ethos is heavily based around Forrest skills and outdoor learning.

Main responsibilities: To deliver and ensure a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 0-5 years. To manage the day to day activities of the setting. To ensure that the preschool nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others.

You will also be there to work alongside the current management team covering annual leave and other absences whilst helping to develop and train current staff.

The ideal candidate must hold a Minimum Level 3 in Childcare and have a passion for working with children. This would ideally suit a current Nursery Manager or a Deputy manager wanting to take the next step in their career.

The role is full time Monday to Friday and offers 20 days holiday plus all Bank holidays as well as free training all year round.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving local family feel Nursery.

Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.Reed is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.