Nursery Manager

We are seeking a dedicated and committed Nursery Manager to join our Nursery team in Huddersfield. You will be providing exceptional care and early childhood education to all the children in our nursery. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children aged 0-5 years old, be used to leading a team of nursery practitioners, room leader, team leaders and Deputy to ensuring the safety, development, and well-being of the children in the nursery is the priority at all times.

YOU MUST HOLD AT LEAST A LEVEL 3 QUALIFICATION IN CHILDCARE / EARLY YEARS OR EQUIVILANT FOR THIS ROLE.

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Location: Huddersfield

Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 per annum

We are looking for someone who can:

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• Lead a team of nursery staff to ensure the highest standards of education and care are at the forefront of everything you do, and all children receive a stimulating experience appropriate for their age and stage of development
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• Work with higher management to ensure the nursery is running in the best way it can and share common goals of any improvement
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• Maintain a stimulating environment for the children in the nursery setting
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• Make sure all compliance and legal ratios are met at all times
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• Motivating and monitoring the team to identify any additional training or support that may need to be given to staff
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• Interviewing and inducting all new staff joining the setting
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• Facilitate Ofsted inspection and any safeguarding matters
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• Have excellent knowledge of Ofsted rules and regulations
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• Be responsible for all administration duties associated with the nursery
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• Agree and deliver occupancy targets.
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• Recruit, induct, support, train and appraise all staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice.
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• Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly and professional relationships with parents and carers.
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The person we are looking for will:

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• Hold a level 3 qualification or above within early years
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• Have previous nursery management experience
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• Have excellent knowledge of EYFS guidelines and Ofsted regulations
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• Hold 5 years’ experience of leading a team
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Benefits:

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• Competitive salary of £42,000 - £45,000 per annum
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• 6 weeks holiday per year
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• 50% childcare discount
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• Free parking onsite
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• Free refreshments and meals
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• Paid lunch and breaks throughout the day
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• Professional development and training opportunities.
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• Supportive and welcoming team environment.
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If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on young lives and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Nursery Manager.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Refresh Recruitment Limited does not presently hold a Sponsorship License and while this status is reviewed regularly there is no present proposal to apply for such a License