Nursery Manager - Join a dedicated team in Crawley Salary: £40,000 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week Are you an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager ready for your next challenge? KiddyKare is looking for a dedicated Nursery Manager to lead our vibrant and fast-paced setting in Crawley. If you have a strong background in early years education and management, we want you to help us provide exceptional care and learning experiences for an established company who truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you professionally and personally: Competitive salary with excellent benefits, including pension and occupational sick pay 50% staff discount on childcare places 25% childcare discount for a family member Birthday Day Off Christmas Shopping Day Ongoing training and career development opportunities with a growing company Gain additional qualifications and grow with us Company bonus scheme to reward your success Generous annual leave that increases with service Exclusive discounts and savings Monthly staff recognition to celebrate your hard work Annual Christmas party for all staff to enjoy Key Responsibilities: As Nursery Manager, you'll lead the nursery with passion and dedication, ensuring that the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is delivered to the highest standard in everything we do. You'll be responsible for: Providing hands-on leadership and guidance to staff to create an inspiring environment for childrens learning and development Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, including those from Ofsted Managing staff recruitment, retention, and their ongoing development Overseeing monthly payroll, invoicing, and budgeting to ensure smooth operations Developing and implementing marketing strategies to boost occupancy and meet targets Ensuring health and safety, safeguarding, and equal opportunities policies are followed Handling customer service queries and resolving them efficiently The ideal candidate: Were looking for a strong leader who is not only experienced in managing early years settings but also committed to driving continuous improvement. You should have: A Full and Relevant Early Years Qualification In-depth knowledge of the Ofsted inspection framework Proven experience in managing budgets, payroll, and invoicing Strong leadership skills with experience in managing staff and employee relations A creative mindset for developing marketing strategies A comprehensive understanding of health and safety requirements Solid IT skills (Microsoft Office and email) A satisfactory DBS check This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a rewarding role while developing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and take the next step in your career ADZN1_UKTJ