Head of Nursery - 2 Posts - Jimmy Dunnachie Family Learning Centre & Castlemilk Family Learning Cent

Join Glasgow's Early Years Team

Location: Jimmy Dunnachie Family Learning Centre, 75 Kyleakin Road, Glasgow G46 8DQ; Castlemilk Family Learning Centre, 20 Ardencraig Road, Glasgow G45 0EL

Are you an experienced Early Years professional looking for the next step in your career? We're seeking an enthusiastic and confident Head of Nursery for a 52 week position in Glasgow's Southside. As an employer we will support you to inspire the development and learning of our youngest learners and equip you to manage a well-established, friendly and successful nursery.

About the Role:

In this role you will oversee the day-to-day management and leadership of the nursery and have responsibility for the effective delivery of the service. Specifically, you will lead the setting and showcasing of best practice, ensuring the development of nursery team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overarching responsibility for the effective management and delivery of an inclusive and diverse early years' service.
• Lead, develop and support a team to ensure the needs of the children and the service are met, including the collegiate practice and teamwork across the setting.
• Ensure high quality delivery and development of the curriculum to raise attainment within the setting, supporting the nursery management team and other team members.
• Analysis of service delivery, proactively planning for future needs and changes in line with local and national requirements.
• Liaise, co-ordinate and partner with other establishments and stakeholders to improve outcomes and develop strategies which support family wellbeing and learning.
• Support the wellbeing of children, parents/carers and nursery team members.

What We Seek:

• Confident, highly motivated, with strong relationship-management skills and a proactive approach.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to demonstrate leadership and influencing qualities at senior level.
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of children's curriculum, learning and development at early level.
• Commitment to supporting inclusion and diversity with awareness of current relevant legislation.
• BA Childhood Practice or equivalent qualification is essential.

What We Offer:

• Annual Salary of £51,456.85 - £59,736.28 per annum.
• 35 hours per week to be worked flexibly on a rota basis between 8.00am and 6.00pm.
• 26 days paid annual leave, rising to 29 days after 5 years' service.
• Plus 12.5 days paid public holidays each year.
• Local Government Pension scheme including Life insurance.
• Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of children living in Glasgow.

Join Our Team:

This is your opportunity to be part of a welcoming, hard-working team that values high quality learning and development. If you would like a confidential conversation about the roles on offer, please contact Sharon Constable, Area Service Manager, at or on 07880 432162. Interviews will be conducted during the week beginning 3 March 2025. Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme will be essential on taking up appointment. Please note successful candidates will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/or Scheme Checks.