At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to provide top-notch care and education for children.
- Company: A nurturing nursery committed to high-quality early years education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a vibrant community focused on continuous improvement and teamwork.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and safeguarding training required.
The predicted salary is between 30375 - 37125 £ per year.
Job Overview The Nursery Manager provides professional leadership and oversees the day-to-day operation of the nursery, ensuring high-quality care, education, and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Key Aims Ensure full regulatory compliance.
Deliver outstanding care and education.
Support, develop, and lead nursery staff.
Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies.
Manage budgets and maintain financial targets.
Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the nursery team, ensuring company policies and procedures are followed.
Maintain high standards of care, learning, and safeguarding in line with the EYFS.
Oversee planning, assessment, and inclusion practices, including SEND provision.
Ensure children’s safety and staff understanding of safeguarding procedures.
Recruit, induct, train, supervise, and appraise staff to maintain high-quality practice.
Effectively deploy staff and manage staffing, operational, and running costs.
Promote reflective practice, continuous improvement, and staff development.
Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals.
Represent and promote the nursery within the local community.
Ensure compliance with health and safety, emergency procedures, and safer recruitment requirements.
Manage complaints, inspections, and all nursery administration, including records and personnel files.
Support disciplinary and grievance processes in partnership with the Franchisee and Head Office.
Undertake additional duties as required by the line manager.
Qualifications Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant).
Designated Safeguarding Lead qualification.
Safer Recruitment training.
Paediatric First Aid certification.
Food Hygiene Level 2.
Skills
Nursery Deputy Manager in Surrey employer: WMC Training
WMC Training in Loughborough is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing environment where Nursery Practitioners can thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, employees have the opportunity to advance their qualifications to LV3 or LV5 while being part of a close-knit team that values collaboration and support. The work culture promotes a personal touch, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about early childhood education.
