Nursery Manager
Little Explorers Nurseries
St Helens
Full-time
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Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Nursery Manager to lead and oversee the daily operations of a vibrant early childhood education setting. In this role, you will be responsible for creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment where young children can thrive. Your leadership will ensure high\-quality early education and care services, foster positive relationships with families, and maintain compliance with all regulatory standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional eager to make a meaningful impact on children’s early development while leading a dedicated team.
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery
- Lead, motivate, and support nursery staff to deliver exceptional care and early childhood education
- Develop and implement engaging curriculum plans that promote learning through play and exploration
- Maintain compliance with local childcare regulations, health and safety standards, and licensing requirements
- Build strong relationships with families, providing guidance, updates, and support regarding their children's progress
- Oversee staff recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and professional development initiatives
- Ensure the nursery environment is clean, safe, and well\-maintained at all times
- Manage administrative tasks such as record keeping, budgeting, and resource procurement
- Proven management and leadership experience within early childhood education or childcare settings
- Extensive knowledge of childcare practices, child development principles, and nursery operations
- Strong communication skills in English to effectively liaise with staff, parents, and regulatory bodies
- Experience working directly with children across various age groups in a nursery or preschool environment
- Ability to lead a team with enthusiasm, empathy, and clear direction
- Excellent organizational skills to handle administrative duties efficiently
- Valid driving license preferred for transportation needs or outreach activities
Pay: Up to £14\.41 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On\-site parking
- Private medical insurance
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