Job Description

A unique opportunity to be part of a brand new nursery opening in Headingley.

We are looking for an experienced, qualified Nursery Manager who will share our vision and be part of this exciting stage of our business development.

At Cub, we are passionate about early years and the delivery of exceptional care and education. Our nurseries provide first class childcare in contemporary, enabling environments, and support and empower working parents through the provision of services and facilities that make every day working life that little bit easier.

Main Responsibilities

Managing the day-to-day operations of Cub Headingley.

Providing effective team leadership, ensuring that all children receive the highest standards of care and education.

Providing skilled supervision and promoting an ethos of collaboration and effective teamwork within the setting, ensuring the successful delivery of our child centred, play based curriculum.

Instigating and facilitating positive, professional partnerships with parents

Ensuring that high standards of health, safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained throughout the nursery.

Fulfilling the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead; responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns, and ensuring that staff are trained and knowledgeable, and confident to follow safeguarding procedures.

Establishing, developing and maintaining highly professional working relationships with relevant Local Authority Departments, regulatory bodies, and other agencies.

Working with the Directors to support the welfare of all staff and cultivate a culture of positive well-being.

Working with the Directors on the evaluation, strategic planning, and development of the Nursery and family club.

(a full job description will be sent to applicants we invite to interview)

Essential Criteria

- A minimum of two years nursery management experience

- A robust knowledge of the EYFS Statutory Requirements

- Strong leadership, communication, organisation and interpersonal skills

- A full and relevant qualification to Level 3 or above.

We are passionate about ensuring that everyone in the Cub family has a positive work-life balance.

Please visit our website to see our range of benefits and see why your next career move should be to Cub: www.thecubfamily.co.uk/join-the-team

Cub is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and families. An Enhanced DBS and thorough suitability checks would be obtained prior to commencement of employment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have a full and relevant qualification at Level 3 or above?
Experience:

Nursery Management: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/05/2025
Expected start date: 01/08/2025