Nursery Manager, Orpington

We are currently recruiting for a dynamic, passionate and experienced nursery Manager in Orpington.

Benefits include;

• Competitive Salary, £38,00 to £42,000 per year depending on experience
• Company pension
• Continued investment into your personal and professional development
• Further benefits once probation passed
• 22 days annual leave plus Bank holidays

Essential qualities include:

•           Experience of working within the childcare/education sector with a minimum of 5 years management experience
•           Proven track record of developing a team, leading staff and engaging with, inspiring and motivating others;
•            Strong organisational and leadership skills;
•           Passionate, self-driven and positive attitude;
•          Strong project management skills and the ability to network across the company to get things done;
•         Results-oriented, able to work independently, to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment;
•       Aware of OFSTED and other legislative compliance
• Proven track record of achieving 'GOOD' consistently in Ofsted inspections

Responsibilities:

•  Direct management of nursery staff
• Oversee systems for accurate reporting, monitoring, and assessment of nursery activities.
• Manage occupancy levels and financial budgets to meet targets and ensure smooth operations.
• Lead the delivery of the EYFS curriculum and ensure it is effectively implemented across all age groups.
• Liaise with external professionals when necessary to support the development and needs of children.
• Be highly knowledgeable with SEND and have a passion in ensuring equality and diversity in implemented.
• Work closely with the SENDCo to support children with additional needs.
• Ensure the nursery follows a robust and safe recruitment process.
• Manage weekly staff rotas and attendance registers for both staff and children.
• Uphold and enforce the nursery's policies and procedures, ensuring a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
• Monitor and promote the physical health and well-being of all children in the nursery.

Education:

The right candidate must  have L3 or above in childcare and education

Further qualifications in leadership/management or similar qualification are desirable

The role is unique and requires a talented individual with a broad skill set.

We are very keen to speak to you if you feel you are interested in this position.

Must have a  clean DBS, and checkable references form the last 5 years.

Contract terms are 40 hours a week, full time, permanent role.

If you meet the right criteria set above, please apply ASAP for an informal and confidential chat.

Please send CV's to Shama at sj@purpledove.co.uk or call me on 07983 707 910.