Nursery Manager

Salary: £40,000

Hours: 40 hours per week

Poppies Holmer Green, rated Good by Ofsted in May 2018, has been a beacon of high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years since 2015. We are on the lookout for a passionate Nursery Manager to lead our friendly team, uphold our high standards, and create a welcoming, engaging environment where children can thrive—both indoors and outdoors.

If you're ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Quarterly Bonus: Earn an extra £3000 per annum!
• Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750.
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for our team members, along with access to wider discounts.
• Health & Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available.
• Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.

*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change.

• Ensure compliance with the statutory framework for the EYFS throughout the nursery.
• Embed and uphold company policies and procedures.
• Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement recommendations.
• Promote a key person approach to foster secure attachments and identify staff training needs.
• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's developmental stages.
• Encourage a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice.
• Manage complaints and concerns promptly and effectively.
• Maintain accurate records and accounts on the EyMan system.
• Engage in nursery marketing and public relations activities.
• Foster positive relationships with your team through an approachable demeanor.

*Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. Changes and additional duties relevant to this post may be added.

• Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Essential: Over 1 year of experience in Early Years.
• Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements.
• Essential: Over 1 year of management experience.
• Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership.
• Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level.

Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children’s lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Family First community!

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Poppies Holmer Green is part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their individual needs.