Nursery Manager Opportunity in Henley
KiddyKare is collaborating with a Nursery to recruit an experienced Nursery Manager for a setting in Henley. This position offers a generous salary of up to £40,000 per annum, accompanied by numerous benefits.
Requirements for the Nursery Manager:
- Previous managerial experience
- Full and relevant childcare qualification (Level 3 minimum)
- Strong understanding of EYFS and Ofsted regulations
- Ability to lead and support a team in delivering outstanding childcare
- Minimum of 5 years' experience within nurseries
Benefits for the Nursery Manager:
- Generous salary
- £2,500 joining bonus (after passing probation)
- 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Up to 75% childcare discount
- Refer a friend scheme
Role and Responsibilities:
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, preventing accidents and promoting a sense of security and satisfaction among parents.
- Directly manage the nursery and its staff, aiming for full enrollment and a planned waiting list.
- Effectively contribute to the management team, promoting the setting and maintaining high communication levels across all personnel.
- Recruit, manage, and train all nursery staff to foster good morale, maintain a high reputation, and ensure all regulatory standards are met.
- Monitor nursery standards to ensure compliance and positive reports from regulatory inspections.
- Closely monitor all personnel to ensure a high awareness of company policies and procedures.
- Act as the primary contact for parents, ensuring their full satisfaction through appropriate information and feedback.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the nurseries through participation in monthly management meetings and other forums.
- Actively manage and report on current nursery occupancy and six-month future forecasting.
- Hold regular room and staff meetings to ensure the smooth running of the nursery.
- Maintain good communication with senior management regarding everyday occurrences within the establishment.
- Ensure all staff follow company procedures for daily communications with parents.
- Keep parents informed of events, changes, and programs through monthly or quarterly newsletters.
- Report all maintenance requirements to the operations manager for immediate attention.
If you are a dedicated professional with the experience and passion for leading a nursery to new heights, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and their families.