Nursery Manager - London, United Kingdom - Childcare and Learning Ltd
Description
Job Title:
Nursery Manager
Location:
Fulham
Salary:
Up to £38,000 per year (experience dependent)
Job type:
Permanent, Full time 40 hours.
We believe that 'every child is a unique child who is constantly learning and can be resilient, capable, confident and self-assured'.
Childcare and Learning Ltd have five nursery and pre-school locations across London; looking for individuals to join us at Millie's House Nursery & Preschool sharing the aim to make each child's early education experiences positive and meaningful.
We know that children learn best in a welcoming, warm, secure and caring environment, where they are able to experiment and have fun, take risks, learn from their experiences and grow in confidence.
Purpose of the Role:
Provide leadership, expert knowledge and skills in developing children to ensure compliance with the Children's Act and to follow the guidelines laid down by Ofsted/CSIW and the National Standards/EYFS to enable all children to be developed in a safe andsecure environment to reach their full potential.
Essential Experience:
- Level 3 Early Years and Childcare Qualification.
- 2 years' postqualifying experience in a day care setting.
- Detailed knowledge & experience of Early Years Framework.
- Knowledge of the EYFS.
- Able to communicate effectively at all levels (parents, children, colleagues and senior management).
- Previous experience of managing a team/individual.
- To be able to demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team.
- Health & Hygiene Certificate.
- Hold current First Aid certificate.
Desirable Experience:
- Early Years Foundation Degree.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Previous experience of developing a team.
- A good knowledge of computers.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- To contribute to the overall strategy and direction.
- Set and deliver clear operational objectives and performance standards of the nursery working within company policies and procedures.
- To maximise and deliver on financial targets directly related to nursery performance.
- To develop, lead and motivate a team, ensuring performance is maximised.
- Supervise the organisation of activities to develop all aspects of a child's individual development in a stimulating environment.
- Maintain and develop appropriate systems to file children's developmental records.
- Provide strong support for the team ensuring safe working practices and staff ratios are effectively deployed to adequately meet the needs of the children.
- Represent the nursery, internally and externally arranging appointments, organising and hosting parents' evenings & other special events.
- Ensure all nursery employee records are accurately updated including holidays, appraisals, payroll, attendance on courses, certificates and references.
- Coach and develop the team to ensure positive and proactive attitudes.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to team/individuals in a timely manner.
- Forecast recruitment activities to meet current and future business requirements using the appropriate processes.
- To manage the supervision of the Catering Assistant.
- Manage upkeep of stock of equipment, furnishing and fittings ensuring the nursery environment is safe, hygienic, tidy and well presented at all times.
- Manage budgets and liaise with Admin Team for all invoices and collection of fees.
- Ensure all risks assessments are carried out for all outings, new equipment, chemical products current COSHH.
- To attend monthly staff meetings and training sessions outside working hours.
Benefits:
- Competitive salaries
- Christmas period off
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Uniform provided
- Pension Scheme
- Employee of the month Scheme
- Retention and performance bonus
- Discounted childcare for parents
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