Nursery Manager We have a fantastic opportunity for either an existing Nursery Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager/ third in charge who is looking to take the next step in their career, to lead our 40 place independent childrens day nursery and preschool in Woking. We focus on working as a team and delivering the highest quality of childcare and education. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on management style, experience of assisting in managing Ofsted Inspections, excellent knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum and be an inspirational team leader. The ideal candidate will have: * Experience of leading and motivating teams * Experience of managing Safeguarding and Health & Safety * Experience with Ofsted inspections * Paediatric First Aid * Qualified to Level 3 or above in childcare/Early Years. The Nursery Managers key responsibilities: * Responsibility for managing the daily running and administration of the nursery * Compliance to Ofsted regulatory requirements * Partnership working with parents * Staff recruitment, induction, ongoing supervisions, conducting regular staff assessments, recognising training needs, monitoring training and developing teamwork * Organising regular staff meetings and training * Working with the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stages) Curriculum, care and supervision of the children with regard to their physical, emotional and intellectual needs * Supervision of the planning and preparation of activities to develop all aspects of the child's individual development in a stimulating atmosphere * Ensuring developmental records and observations are kept * Ensuring staff adhere to and understand all nursery policy and procedures * Maintaining staff ratios * Keeping and monitoring accident, incident and risk assessment records. * To ensure the nursery is running to its full capacity by effectively managing enquiries, conducting show-rounds, operating a waiting list, as appropriate, and advance booking children's places to the required levels The role is all year round, happy to discuss working a 4 or 5 day week. We are open from 7.45 until 6pm Monday to Friday. If you would like to be considered for this position, please apply via this advert and we look forward to welcoming you to the setting soon for an interview
Nursery Manager in Woking employer: Hedgehog Recruitment
Join our vibrant new nursery near West Byfleet, where we prioritise a supportive work culture and the professional growth of our staff. As a Nursery Room Leader, you'll benefit from excellent pay, flexible working hours to promote work-life balance, and ongoing training opportunities in a friendly team environment. With childcare discounts available for staff and a commitment to maintaining high standards, this is an exceptional opportunity for passionate early years practitioners to thrive.
