Nursery Manager

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group (ILG), a growing group of independent preparatory schools and nurseries, is looking to recruit an experienced Nursery Manager at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in Kingston, Surrey.

The School
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a co-educational independent school for children aged 2-11 years, providing a broad, rich and balanced education. The school achieved Apple Distinguished School status in 2019.

What the role involves:

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
• Ensure practice and provisions meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Recruit, induct, support, train and appraise all staff.
• Manage staff costs and budgets, produce management information.
• Proactively represent the Company and advance its interests in the local community.
• Ensure health and safety compliance, emergency procedures, and first aid cover.
• Support all administrative duties including record keeping, ordering, and personnel records.

We're looking for:

• Minimum 5 years post qualification experience in a childcare setting.
• 3-5 years Nursery management experience.
• Good GCSE results (A-C in English and Maths preferred).
• Great passion for child development and good working knowledge of EYFS 0-5 years.
• Excellent knowledge of Ofsted statutory guidance and child protection.
• Strong communication, planning, and time management skills.
• A sense of humour, common sense, and a “can do” attitude.

What we offer:

• A fun, supportive and creative team.
• Competitive salary.
• Further on-the-job training and career progression.
• Day-to-day support from a strong management team.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group, are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including DBS checks.

If you love working with children and want to further your experience, please apply now to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or visit [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].