Nursery Manager

Nursery Manager (up to 3's)

Chichester, West Sussex

GBP38,626 - GBP41,511 per annum(salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications and will be discussed at registration)

ASAP Start - Permanent

The School and Role:

Are you an experienced early year practitioner with a passion for nurturing both children and staff?

We are seeking a Nursery Manager (Up to 3's) to work full time in a nursery in Chichester. You will nurture and stimulate children aged 0-4 while fostering academic, personal, and social growth. The roles is to work Monday to Friday and the hours will vary between the opening times of the Nursery which is 7:30am-6pm. You will be joining a very hard-working, dedicated and friendly team that are very passionate to give the children the start to their education by teaching them independence as well as teamwork.

You will be responsible for leading the up to 3's Nursery staff under the direction of the Head of School and Executive Headteacher to ensure the provision of high quality, fully inegrated care and education. You will need to liaise and coordinate with all members of staff to ensure integrated provision for children accessing Nursery spaces in up to 3's Nursery and taking uo breakfast, tea or holiday club sessions. You will be acting as one of Deputy Safeguarding Leads in Head of School's absence, as well as an INco for the up to 3's Nursery, liasing with the Nursery School SENco.

The ideal Nursery Assistant will have;

• Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Childcare or equivalent (is essential)
• EYPS/ EYTS or Foundation degree in Early Years or above
• Paediatric and First Aid at Work qualification
• To hold a current UK driving license and have access to a car
• Experience in a Leadership role within a nursery setting
• Have competent IT skills using Word, Excel, Social Media and email
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to manage sensitive situations
• A flexible, positive and creative approach to conflict resolution
• Be self-motivated with a flexible attitude
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team, building positive working relationships

What we offer:

As a Nursery Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us:

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply:

If you are a Nursery Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).