Nursery Manager - Wokingham
Duration: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Start: Immediate
Salary: Up to £37,850 (dependent on experience)
Benefits: To be discussed during interview
We are currently recruiting for an experienced, proactive Nursery Manager for an established Private nursery based around the area of Wokingham. This is a permanent, full-time position within a friendly team.
This nursery is open 51 weeks per year and, based on 40 hours per week, there is a rotating shift pattern within the opening hours of 08:00 - 18:00, Mon-Fri.
About the Nursery
* The nursery aims to provide a stimulating and welcoming environment both indoors and outdoors for children aged 3 months - 5 years.
* In-house chef and nutritionist
* Easily accessible by road and excellent transport links.
The Job Role
* As the Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the nursery, ensuring that nursery life is safe, stimulating and compliant with EYFS, Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.
* Provide leadership in training staff and deliver high quality practice within the nursery.
* Promoting positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues.
* Office based duties including managing resources, budget control, parent enquiries, marketing and recruitment.
Personal Specification
* You will have at least 5 years' experience working within childcare.
* You will have a genuine understanding of, and commitment to, the aims and values of the Nursery and work effectively alongside the Director in managing the Nursery.
* Excellent knowledge of how young children learn.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong partnerships with parents.
* Good people management skills with experience of managing staff performance.
Required Skills
* NVQ Level 3 Qualification or above in childcare.
* At least 1 year's Nursery Management OR 2 years' Deputy Nursery management experience.
* First Aid certified.
* Safeguarding certified.
Interviews: to be held ASAP. #J-18808-Ljbffr