Nursery Manager

Are you an experienced childcare professional who leads, inspires and makes a real difference? We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Nursery Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of our Portswood nursery, ensuring the highest standards of care, education and safeguarding for every child Key ResponsibilitiesLeading and managing the overall operation of the nursery, ensuring compliance with EYFS, Ofsted and company standards.Inspiring, motivating and developing a high-performing childcare team through coaching, supervision and professional development.Acting as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and promoting a strong safeguarding culture throughout the settingDriving excellence in children's learning, development and wellbeing through outstanding early years practiceManaging nursery occupancy, budgets, staffing levels and financial performance with support from the wider businessEnsuring the nursery provides a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment for children, staff and visitors.Managing nursery occupancy, budgets, staffing levels and financial performance with support from the wider business.Requirement Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent)GCSE / Functional skills level 2 in Maths2 years + experience in Nursery managementPrevious nursery leadership or management experience Excellent leadership and communication skillsPassion for delivering outstanding childcareAbility to motivate, inspire, and develop a teamStrong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirementsA genuine passion for delivering exceptional childcare and educationReliable and trustworthyIT skills to use Word, outlook and ExcelPrevious experience with Famly is desirable (childcare platform)-Full Time-Monday-Friday (40hr, 52 weeks a year)-Salary - £42,556.80Portswood staff receive an additional £0.30/hour location weighting (this is included in salary above; subject to terms)