Job title: Nursery Managers Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 35-40 per week Salary: £35,360 - £40,000 based on 40 hours per year Working days: Monday to Friday Location: Midlothian: Eskbank or Penicuik The Nursery Manager is responsible for the effective management of their nursery and for ensuring they offer a high quality, caring and cost-effective service within budget, legislative requirements and in line with governing bodies. Main responsibilities will be: To oversee the day to day management, staffing and organisation of the nursery and ensure it is in line with the company's strategy. To develop and maintain a family friendly environment. To be responsible for high standards of care and education in accordance with the requirements of our governing bodies. All legislative requirements are fully met in connection with the appropriate governing bodies responsible for this type of service especially in connection with Care Inspectorate standards, Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Education (HMIe) and the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). To ensure priority is given to filling available children's sessions and maintaining occupancy levels at the agreed target. Implementing agreed strategies, policies and procedures in line with the nurseries aims and objectives The ideal candidate would have experience: Managing and developing people Finance and purchasing Children's education and development Famly IT computer system (or experience with another system) Customer care Working in partnership with parents Children's care and wellbeing Hygiene and Infection Control Health and Safety Excellent communication skills The ability to work as part of a team as well as use their own initiative A passion for being outdoors, and have a clear understanding of the many benefits of outdoor play. Degree, or will to train to this level. HNC in Childcare and Education, SNNEB, NNEB or SVQ 3 in Childcare and Education qualification (or equivalent). The successful candidate will be motivated, professional, and passionate about working with and supporting their children, families, staff and all other 4 nurseries, as a group. You will be responsible for creating stimulating learning experiences, which allow children to thrive in a nurturing and caring environment. Closing date for applications is 5pm on 14th February 2025. Happy staff = happy children = happy parents They ensure their salaries and benefits are competitive. Salaries are regularly reviewed, and employees are recognised for their effort and training qualifications. They pay 'The real living wage' or above to all qualified practitioners, regardless of age, and is based on cost of living in Scotland. Along with a friendly working environment, they offer the following benefits: Holidays - 28 days holiday per year, increasing by one day per year of service, up to a maximum of 33 days. Christmas, New Year and Easter holidays - they close for 7 days over Christmas and New Year and 2 days at Easter. Discount on nursery fees - with a 47-week payment structure and payment of fees at the end of each month. ( 25% discount for all staff and you can bring your child to work in the same nursery as you ) Weekly staff treat - for example a bacon roll, cakes or fruit. Employee of the month scheme - one person per nursery is selected to be awarded a £20 prize Subsidised lunches - £1 for a home cooked nursery lunch. Free tea and coffee, milk and toast provided to all staff Support team - Operational Director, Accountants to support managers, each nursery has Cleaners and Chefs Ideas Scheme Award - awards a minimum of £100 to each person with an idea that is selected. iPad with Learning Journals - these mean that observations are now carried out quicker and easier than ever. Promotion opportunities - all promotions are advertised internally first for the 5 nurseries. Christmas bonus Celebrating Success parties Support with obtaining qualifications - they offer regular classes within their nursery for all those studying towards a childcare qualification. They close the nursery 1 day a year for a full nursery group training day, at Easter time. Please apply today. Application Process: To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. No agencies please.