Nursery Manager

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds? We are excited to invite a dedicated Nursery Room Leader to join our vibrant team at Woodhams Farm Day Nursery , specifically in our Toddlers Room .

Salary: £32,560 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week, 4 days a week

Located in the serene surroundings of Woodhams Farm in Kingsworthy, Winchester, our purpose-built barn-style nursery offers a unique environment for both children and staff.

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

• Generous Annual Leave: Start with 24 days, plus bank holidays and your birthday off—paid!
• Childcare Discount: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your little ones.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Career Growth: Personalized learning and development opportunities to help you thrive.
• Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme!

As a Room Leader, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
• Support the holistic development of children—physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
• Assist staff in maintaining high-quality updates on the EyLog system and child learning journals.
• Lead by example, promoting respect and credibility in your role.
• Implement an effective key person approach to foster secure attachments.
• Maintain accurate records on the EyMan system and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff member, parent, and visitor.
• Understand and meet the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS.

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification.
• Essential: Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years.
• Desirable: Over 6 months’ experience in a senior position.
• Desirable: Knowledge of Ofsted expectations for achieving a Good or Outstanding rating.
• Essential: Familiarity with the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements.
• Essential: Fluency in written and spoken English.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected 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.

At Woodhams Farm Day Nursery, part of the Family First Group, 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.