• Job Title: Nursery Manager
  
  Department: Nursery
  
  
  Salary: NUR4 – £36,925.20 (Actual Salary: £31,670.46)
  
  Contract Type: Term Time Only, 45 hours per week
  
  About the Role
  
  We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursery Manager to lead our Nursery. This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring, warm, and enthusiastic individual with strong leadership skills and a passion for early years education.
  
  You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care and education are consistently delivered. You’ll inspire and motivate a team, maintain a safe, nurturing environment, and work closely with parents, carers, and external stakeholders to provide an outstanding nursery experience.
  
  Key Responsibilities
  
  Create and maintain a secure, supportive environment where children can thrive and develop.
  
  Lead the nursery team to deliver high-quality care and early education.
  
  Ensure all policies, procedures, and statutory requirements (including Ofsted and local authority regulations) are met.
  
  Manage nursery staffing, including rotas and ratios, to ensure optimal operation.
  
  Promote safeguarding practices and uphold the highest standards of professional integrity.
  
  Foster strong relationships with parents/carers through daily communication and regular progress reviews.
  
  Continuously review and develop operational procedures to maintain or improve the nursery’s Ofsted rating.
  
  Collaborate with industry-leading nurseries and early years organisations to enhance practice.
  
  Manage nursery budgets in partnership with the finance team, ensuring financial accountability and sustainability.
  
  Person Specification
  
  Essential Qualifications & Experience
  
  NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Early Years/Education.
  
  Level 3 Safeguarding qualification.
  
  Paediatric First Aid certification.
  
  Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.
  
  At least 2 years’ experience in an Early Years setting.
  
  Proven experience of effectively safeguarding children.
  
  Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in early years settings.
  
  Skills & Attributes
  
  Inspirational leadership and team management skills.
  
  Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  
  A child-centred, empathetic approach to care and education.
  
  Ability to work with integrity and professionalism.
  
  Strong organisational and problem-solving capabilities.
  
  Benefits
  
  Professional Development: Access to in-house coaching, CPD workshops, funded qualifications, and opportunities for research and travel.
  
  Pension Scheme: Enrolment in the Local Government or Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
  
  Work-Life Balance: Generous annual leave aligned with term time.
  
  Exclusive Discounts: NUS TOTUM card providing retail and lifestyle discounts.
  
  
  
  Please email us your hantsandsurrey@tinies.com

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