NURSERY MANAGER
Our expanding Little Beans team have an exciting opportunity for someone special to join us in a manager's position in Poole. This is an all-year-round contract with 40 hours a week to be discussed.
Little Beans prides itself on ensuring we support every child to Explore, Learn, and Grow through their interests and experiences.
The successful candidate must be passionate about supporting children to enhance their cultural capital and experience their local community and all it has to offer.
We pride ourselves on always putting our Little Beans and families first as they are at the heart of everything we do. Therefore, the ideal candidate must be dedicated and committed to meeting the needs of each individual family. Parent partnership is something we are extremely passionate about, and we have an open-door policy. The successful candidate must be able to build trusting and caring relationships with our families and the children.
The role will require someone who is confident and strong in leading a large, strong team to success after success.
Work with the directors, other site managers, and the team to ensure goals are met, Ofsted updates are implemented and adhered to, and build growth within the company. Put strategies in place and systems to ensure we are compliant with the EYFS and statutory framework.
Keep up to date with legislation, policy, and procedures. At Little Beans, we work together to enable children to achieve their best possible outcomes. We have high standards and expectations of our team members. Managers need to work with the team cooperatively to ensure they are following policy and procedures, reflecting on their practice, and continuing their professional development. Be part of the recruitment process, safeguarding, the curriculum, and all areas of the EYFS.
The role entails ensuring the safe and smooth running of the nurseries while implementing and following Little Beans policies and procedures. This means the successful candidate must have a good understanding of the EYFS and statutory requirements and be confident in their knowledge of the Ofsted requirements and safeguarding procedures. The successful candidate must be very organized and able to work in a dynamic, ever-changing environment. The role is a mixture of office and floor work, as we believe it is important for managers to experience a child’s day first-hand to ensure we are offering the best experiences to all children.
Applicants should demonstrate the following qualifications & experiences:
* Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification or higher
* Minimum 3 years experience within a childcare setting in a management role
* Great passion for child development and a good working knowledge of the EYFS 0-5 years
* Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted statutory guidance
* Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding
* Knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities
* Be a quick learner, with ample intuition
* Ability to deliver a high standard of childcare
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work productively with children, colleagues, parents, and outside agencies
* Comprehensive planning, organizing, and time management skills
* Extensive understanding of how a nursery works
* Excellent communication skills and able to work effectively in a team
* Knowledge of Early Education Funding processes is desirable
Hours: To be discussed.
Little Beans is a great company to work for, offering employees many great benefits including:
* Paid lunch breaks
* Free cooked meal each day prepared by our on-site cook
* Regular staff outings and team-building days
* A paid day off each year for your birthday as part of our employer loyalty scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee of the month - £20 gift card
* Flexible working hours
* Annual leave over Christmas and Bank holidays
The successful applicant will need to complete an Enhanced DBS check and must be able to provide a minimum of two satisfactory references prior to commencing employment.
Must have experience in leadership and managing a team.
Interested candidates are welcome to arrange a visit to Little Beans to get to know more about us and our ethos!
Little Beans is an equal opportunities employer.
£40,000 - £44,000 per annum
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