Nursery Manager

Salary: £30,000 – £31,200 per year

ACR Recruitment and Training are recruiting a Nursery Manager for a prestigious Nursery based in Leamington Spa.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for an independent family-owned small nursery, as a manager you will be given the freedom to both maintain its fantastic reputation and drive the development of the nursery under supportive ownership.

This is a full-time permanent position, working 40 hours between Monday and Friday.

The Successful Applicant Will Be Responsible For

· Managing the day-to-day running of the nursery

· Managing a team of 5 nursery practitioners

· Oversee the quality of childcare provided

· Recruitment and development of staff

· Undertake time in the nursery rooms as a role model

· Build strong relationships with parents and staff

· Ensure the nursery always meets Ofsted requirements

· Provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring education environment for children

· Leading safeguarding and health and safety policies

Qualifications & Experience

· Childcare and Education qualification equivalent to NVQ level 3 or above

· Be able to engage with children, staff and be creative

· First Aid qualification

· Sound knowledge of childcare development from birth to five years

· Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a nursery either as a Deputy or Manager

· Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding

· Strong communication and supervisory skills

· Ability to think critically, make decisions and work flexibly

· Able to work independently and to manage own time efficiently

Along with a competitive salary, the successful applicant will receive 30 days holiday (including bank holidays).

Please note successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and provide at least 2 references.