Early Years Manager – Nursery level 6

An opportunity has arisen for a Head of Early Years / Early Years Manager to join a well-established childcare provider with multiple nurseries supporting early years education from birth to school age. This full time role offers a salary range of £39,250 – £45,850 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day operation of the nursery.
• Lead high-quality early years education in line with the EYFS framework and regulatory requirements.
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, promoting a strong safeguarding culture and managing safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain child protection records and liaise with external agencies as required.
• Monitor childrens progress and ensure high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
• Lead curriculum development to deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Act as SENCO, promoting inclusive practice and working with families and external professionals.
• Build positive partnerships with parents to support childrens learning and development.
• Support staff recruitment, induction, performance management and professional development.

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Nursery Manager, Childcare Manager, EYFS Manager, Early Years Manager, Head of Nursery, Head of Early Years Practice or in a similar role.
• Previous leadership experience of 2 years within an early years setting.
• Early Years qualification at Level 6, Level 7 or above.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, safeguarding legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience of leading high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with children, families, colleagues and external agencies.
• Confident in performance management, staff development and safer recruitment practices.
• Willingness to travel between nursery settings and attend meetings when required.
• Right to work in the UK and the ability to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Discount on childcare.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, including bank holidays.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Employee wellbeing programmes.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Financial wellbeing support.
• Eye care vouchers.
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with regular team events.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…