Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager / Nursery Room Manager / Early Years Manager Level 3 qualified Nursery Manager, Nursery Room Manager or Early Years Manager wanted. Lead your nursery room or unit, inspire your team and deliver outstanding EYFS care and education in a warm, nurturing environment. About the Role We are looking for an experienced, passionate and highly motivated Level 3 qualified early years professional to take responsibility for the effective day-to-day running of a designated nursery room or unit. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Nursery Practitioner, Room Leader or Early Years Practitioner looking to progress into a leadership position. You will lead by example, motivate colleagues and create a stimulating environment where children can thrive, while working closely with the wider nursery leadership team to maintain high standards of care, safeguarding, teaching and learning. Key Responsibilities * Take responsibility for the effective day-to-day running of your designated room or unit. * Lead, motivate, mentor and support practitioners, apprentices and support staff. * Allocate responsibilities effectively and maintain high standards of practice. * Deliver high-quality care, learning and development in line with the EYFS. * Plan stimulating, age-appropriate activities based on children's needs and interests. * Monitor children's development and maintain accurate observations, assessments and planning. * Promote children's independence, confidence, communication and social development. * Support children with additional needs and SEND, working with parents and relevant professionals. * Ensure safeguarding, child protection, health and safety procedures are consistently followed. * Maintain accurate records, including accidents, incidents, medication and risk assessments. * Build positive relationships with parents and carers and communicate effectively about children's development. * Contribute to quality improvement, self-evaluation and Ofsted preparation. * Support staff development and contribute to the continued improvement of nursery standards. Candidate Requirements * A Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or an equivalent recognised qualification is essential, along with previous nursery or early years experience. * Previous experience as a Room Leader, Nursery Unit Manager, Early Years Room Leader, Nursery Team Leader, Deputy Nursery Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner is advantageous. * You should have a strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding, child protection and child development from birth to five years. Excellent communication, leadership, organisational and interpersonal skills are essential. * Experience supporting SEND, mentoring staff, preparing for Ofsted inspections and contributing to quality improvement would be beneficial. Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding/DSL and Food Hygiene qualifications are desirable. About You You will be warm, caring, organised and passionate about early years education, with the confidence to lead a team, delegate effectively and take ownership of your room or unit. Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to complete appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where applicable, qualification verification, references and other required pre-employment checks