Job Description

Overview

Do you have a genuine passion for leading and nurturing young learners, coupled with proven experience managing a nursery effectively?

WMC Training is seeking a dedicated Nursery Manager to join the professional, rewarding, and supportive team at Tiny Oaks Day Nursery in Edenbridge, TN8.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery and maintaining the delivery of high standards of care and education to all children.

The work environment includes on-the-job training, wellness programs, and continuous professional development.

The ideal candidate will bring previous experience as a nursery manager, a genuine interest in developing the talent of younger generations, and a strong desire to make a difference in children's lives.

Holding a Level 3 or higher qualification in childcare is a must.

You will be a collaborative team member, equally capable of taking initiative, and adept at planning enriching activities. As a dedicated key person, you will also have the rewarding responsibility of monitoring and supporting your own group of children.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Nursery Manager include:

Provide professional leadership and management of the nursery and its team. Be responsible for maintaining clear and accurate records, including writing clear objective observations. Utilize excellent planning, organisation, IT, and presentation skills. Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to motivate, manage, and work productively with the team. Identify training needs and develop effective training plans for the team. Comfortably manage the recruitment, induction, support, training, and appraisal processes for team members. Effectively work with parents and outside agencies, manage running costs, facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies, and implement recommendations.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Must have held a Nursery Management or similar senior position before Minimum full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification Designated Safeguarding Lead Safer Recruitment training Paediatric First Aid Food and Hygiene Level 2 Ability to write reports and keep clear and accurate records Ability to write clear objective observations Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Excellent knowledge of the current Early Years Inspection Framework and Welfare Requirements
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 38,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Childcare Company events Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

10 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person