Nursery Manager

As mothers of young children ourselves, we understand the pressure parents face when choosing the right school and childcare for your children. Drawing from our own experiences, we struggled to find day care that not only offered premium quality care but also fed a child's curiosity for learning through innovation and creativity. Learning is not just about academic achievement but capturing a child's imagination, which not many nurseries achieve!

Role: Nursery Manager
Location: SW8
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
Hours: 45hours (flexiable)

Benefits:
Bonus scheme
Private medical insurance
Pension scheme
Birthday day off
Up to 33 days holiday including bank holidays
Refer a friend bonus
Free uniform, free training and free DBS check
Career Opportunities: On going continuous development and early years quality training and mentoring
Full access to directors with direct coaching

Overview of the role:
We require an experienced, team focussed Manager who shares our vision to provide
premium childcare entwined with a creative philosophy towards teaching. You will need to
be enthusiastic, optimistic and contribute ideas in all areas of the business.
You will have a natural affinity with parent partnerships and be focused on delivering
excellent standards of care and education. You will be an exceptional team leader and be able
to lead and inspire your future team as they in turn lead children through their journey of
learning and discovery; guiding and enabling them as they grow and develop.
We want everyone in Imagination to grow, our staff and managers need to keep evolving.
Our expert childcare team look after children from 12 months to five years.

Qualifications and experience:
At least NNEB, CACHE level 3, NVQ level 3 or equivalent minimum. BA(Hons) or EYP an advantage
Significant post-qualification experience and relevant supervisory experience
Excellent knowledge and understanding of the EYFS and key person system
Strong organisational skills with the ability to work to targets and deadlines
Knowledge of health and safety legislation
Significant experience working within a large stetting
Extensive knowledge and experience of delivering OFSTED standards
Strong people management skills with the ability to lead and motivate a staff team
Minimum of 3-4 years Management experience in a nursery settling is essential
Passion for delivering outstanding childcare and learning
Lots of energy and a positive 'can do' attitude
We are committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening will apply to this post. Some of the information that we request is for this purpose.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
You will be joining us at a very exciting time for the Nursery and will be responsible for the smooth running and development of the nursery. Your responsibilities will be varied and far-reaching including;
Achieving and maintaining the highest standards of care
Leading, managing and growing your team effectively
Ensuring the atmosphere is fun and inspiring - growing our culture of fun and positivity.
Supporting the directors with staff recruitment and retention
Ensures that the nursery operates at all times during opening hours, that childcare is available to parents as agreed, and there is a contingency plan for all unplanned events.
Maintain the organisation of the running of the nursery and are well conversant with the policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain effective communication links with outside bodies including support organisations for SEND children
Ensure all policies are implemented and adhered to at all times
Develop and maintain our excellent partnerships with parents
Ensure nursery run day to day at a high standard
Ensure staff are delivering a high quality teaching interaction inline with the EYFS



If you are interested in this Full Time Nursery Manager Job in South London, please apply now.