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Nursery Manager

Job Requirements / Description

We are looking for a leader with a heart for adventure, a commitment to nurturing young minds, and a desire to make a positive impact.

We are seeking a conscientious, enthusiastic, and emotionally intelligent manager to run and take part in the daily operation of the nursery, ensuring that every child receives the highest standard of care and education. The role will include managing and supporting a small team of early years practitioners, and together designing and implementing nature-based activities that spark curiosity and inspire a love of learning in the children. As we are a small nursery, you will have a wide remit to develop imaginative new projects and ideas for the children’s benefit. 

Good relationships with, and among, parents are an essential part of our nursery’s success. The new manager will need to foster parents’ active participation where appropriate, and maintain a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment for all. 

The ideal candidate will have experience inspiring and leading a team while also being passionate about a nature-focused environment, eager to create enriching outdoor learning experiences for young children.  Collingham is the perfect place to develop exciting new projects and approaches, suiting someone industrious and imaginative, with the full support of the management. 

If you are ready for a new challenge and want to make a difference in a progressive setting inspired by the Forest School ethos, apply now and become a part of our unique Collingham community!

Essential skills/Experience

  • Level 3 Childcare NVQ or equivalent qualification. 
  • Experience working at a nursery. 
  • Good knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding policies. 
  • Proactive, punctual and  reliable.
  • Friendly and approachable, enjoys working with a team.
  • Fluent English.

Desirable

  • Experience as a manager.
  • Ability to plan for and implement long-term stability for the nursery.
  • Forest School Qualifications, or strong interest.
  • SENCO qualification.

Benefits

  • Space to innovate: As a small nursery we are flexible and always open to new ideas, projects and approaches, and we encourage staff to own their space and take a proactive approach to their role.
  • Inspiring Environment: Be part of a setting that values teaching children to care for each other and for nature.
  • Outdoor Adventures: Embrace learning in our wild and enchanting garden, regardless of the weather.
  • Lead a Creative Team: Manage a positive, ambitious staff team committed to innovative activities that inspire children’s development.
  • Flexible Lunch Break: One-hour lunch break on- or off-site. Complimentary hot lunch offered every day.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Wellbeing days.
  • Annual Leave: 36 days including bank holidays.

Schedule

  • Monday to Friday 9:00 – 17:00.
  • In person.

Requirements

  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Enhanced DBS check. 
  • References upon request.
  • Must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.

 

To Apply:

Please send your CV and cover letter to manager@cgnursery.co.uk

 

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, ethnic or national origins, disability, marital status, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, class, responsibility for dependants or religious beliefs.