36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:15pm, term time only
You will be managing a well-established nursery rated Good by Ofsted, providing care and early education for children aged 2–5 years in a welcoming community setting. The nursery has up to 45 places, with children learning together in one large room and benefiting from a spacious outdoor area. The setting has a strong community focus, with an emphasis on supporting children and families and working closely with other professionals. As Nursery Manager, you will spend three days working alongside the children and two days focused on management and administration, giving you a balanced role across practice and leadership.
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
£27,000 salary, with some flexibility depending on experience
Pension scheme and on-site parking
Term-time working, Monday to Friday
Opportunity to access training and courses, including
Level 4, 5 and 6 qualifications
A balanced working pattern, with three days on the floor and two days in the office
What You’ll Need
Full and relevant
Previous experience as a
Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager or highly confident Room Leader
Strong working knowledge of the EYFS and early years practice
Confident leadership skills and the ability to support and guide a small team
Clear understanding of safeguarding and nursery compliance requirements
Strong communication skills when working with children, families, colleagues and other professionals
What You’ll Do
Lead the day-to-day running of the nursery and maintain high standards of care and education
Spend three days each week working directly with children and supporting the team in practice
Use office-based time to manage planning, administration, staffing and other nursery responsibilities
Support the team to deliver effective EYFS practice and promote positive outcomes for children
Maintain effective safeguarding, health and safety and compliance procedures
Build positive relationships with parents, colleagues and external professionals
Identify training and development needs and support continued improvement across the setting
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
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Join a luxury nursing home that prioritises quality care and employee wellbeing, offering a supportive work culture where your contributions are valued. With competitive pay of £22 per hour, paid breaks, and a comprehensive wellbeing programme, you will thrive in an environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration among a dedicated team. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults while enjoying the benefits of a respectful and caring workplace.
Contact Details:
WILLING CARE RECRUITMENT LIMITED Recruitment Team
