Job Description:
As a Nursery Manager, you will: Lead the Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, and Room Leaders to ensure high standards of Early Years care and education. Maintain an organised, safe, and stimulating nursery environment. Keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed across the nursery. Build and maintain a reputation as the nursery of choice for children and staff. Model and monitor best practice in line with regulatory guidelines. Inspire and support your team, overseeing inductions, mentoring, and ongoing development. Ensure the nursery runs efficiently, meets KPIs, budgets, and targets, and is prepared for audits and inspections. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility and central to every aspect of your role. Leadership Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursery. Lead by example, modelling good practice and creating a shared vision. Supervise, support, and allocate tasks to your team. Conduct regular supervisions and performance discussions. Manage recruitment, interviews, and induction of new staff. Respond to complaints or concerns raised by parents or colleagues. Conduct nursery tours confidently, promoting available spaces. Ensure compliance with statutory guidelines, company policies, procedures, and risk assessments. Other Responsibilities: Actively deliver and participate in staff meetings, training, parent sessions, and marketing events (including evenings or weekends). Support wider company projects, training sessions, and meetings at other locations including Head Office.
