Nursery Manager

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a safe, engaging environment for children? At Manor Farm Nursery , part of the Family First group , we believe in fostering curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality early years education and ensuring that children, families, and staff feel supported and valued.

As a Room Leader , you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the care and development of up to 15 babies under 2 years old. You will work closely with a talented team of practitioners to:

• Create a nurturing and safe environment that promotes physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
• Implement a key person approach to help babies form secure attachments.
• Guide your colleagues in identifying training and development needs.
• Maintain high-quality learning journals and records using the EyLog and EyMan systems.
• Build positive relationships with parents, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child’s development.
• Model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children.
• Ensure compliance with the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework and uphold safety standards.

To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old.
• A passion for outdoor learning and enthusiasm for forest school activities.
• Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially in working with parents and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

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

• Annual Leave: 24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday.
• Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
• Learning and Development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Pension: Company pension scheme.