Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is looking to appoint a passionate and well qualified Nursery Manager to join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. This is an exciting opportunity to join our thriving nursery.

This full time position would suit an experienced manager looking to join our growing setting and build upon the already excellent provision that is in place. Working with our dedicated team of practitioners you will be supported and welcomed into an outstanding team. As our Nursery Manager you will play a key role in the growth of our nursery.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] based in Lambeth, South London, has a strong family atmosphere and prepares children exceptionally well for their first steps towards primary schools. We pride ourselves on keeping our practice reflective and up to date so that we can provide the best opportunities for every child, every day. We also celebrate the diversity of our community, carefully considering and respecting the variety of cultures, backgrounds, and individual needs, and are passionate about the continual provision and child-initiated learning inside and outside.

Situated in a large, Victorian building, with an enviable learning garden, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has a vibrant, fun-loving, culturally rich environment where we encourage children to achieve their best results in every activity.

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we provide a stimulating environment in our nursery. With recent expansion and investment into our facilities all of our children are nurtured and can be challenged by new and exciting topics and learning adventures. The successful candidate should be passionate about children's learning and able to enhance our pupils development.

Qualifications & Experiences Required

• Full and relevant Level 5 Childcare qualification (NVQ5, EYTS, QTS, B.ed or above)
• Have recent and relevant post qualification experience within a childcare setting
• Great passion for child development and a good working knowledge of the EYFS 0-5 years curriculum.
• Experience of working in a Management role, mentoring and leading staff
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted statutory guidance
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding
• Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities
• Ability to deliver a high standard of childcare
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work productively with pupils, colleagues, parents and outside agencies
• Excellent planning, organising and time management skills
• A fantastic understanding for how a Nursery works.
• Excellent communication skills and able to work effectively in a team

Role and Benefits

As our Nursery Manager you will be leading an excellent team of practitioners and room leaders, you will have autonomy to progress the nursery and be instrumental continuing to develop a high-quality setting where all children can thrive. The ability to share best practice and train other member of staff is another key part of the role.

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] all staff work together as a very strong team. You will be supported and welcomed. In addition, all [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group staff also benefit from;

• Competitive Salary
• Annual salary review
• Professional Development and Training opportunities with the prospect of career and salary progression as our business grows
• Ongoing coaching from the management team
• Childcare fee discount
• Annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays with Annual leave increasing with service
• Pension scheme
• Refer a friend scheme up to £750
• Performance based incentives including a monthly bonus.
• Health cash plan covering 10 healthcare benefits and services such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Application and Safeguarding

We welcome applications from experienced nursery managers or those looking to step up to a position as manager.

Interested candidates should send an application at the earliest possible time. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group (ILG)
Georgian House, Park Lane, Stanmore, Middx HA7 3HD, United Kingdom
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