Nursery Area Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced  Nursery  Area Manager to join a well-established nursery based in Leicester. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on management style and a genuine passion for working in early years.

Person Specification:

Level 3 Childcare qualification or above

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role

Knowledge of  Early Years Regulations and track record of involvement in Ofsted Inspections

IOSH Managing Safely or prepared to study for this

Some of the Nursery Area Manager responsibilities will include:

• To  prepare for and support manager to manage Ofsted inspections ensure nursery operations meet regulations
• Working closely with director and managing KPI’s
• Leading set up of new nursery
• Building positive relationships with parents and key interfacing groups
• Managing site managers and ensuring facilities deliver effective service
• Ensuring appropriate recruitment, induction, ongoing supervisions, regular staff assessments and staff training needs are met
• Supervision of the planning and preparation of activities in line with EYFS to develop all aspects of the child's interindividual learning and development
• Ensuring staff understand and adhere to all nursery policy and procedures
• Managing budgets and keep accurate records of staffing, payroll, banking, petty cash, issuing invoices and fee collection
• To attend out of working hours’ activities, to include training, staff meetings, parents’ evenings and special events
• Working 37.5 Hours per week
• This role will require significant travel between sites

Benefits:

£5000 car users allowance ongoing support and career development

Due to the nature of this job, candidates will be subject to UK eligibility checks together with Enhance Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks

For immediate interview please email Staff Match your up to date CV or call 0333 323 3983