Nursery Manager

6 days ago

Coventry, United Kingdom Link3 Recruitment Full time £27,000 - £33,000
About the Role:Link3 Recruitment is looking for an experienced and dedicated Nursery Manager to lead our nursery team in Coventry (4 or 5 days a week). This role is ideal for a driven individual who values excellence in early childhood education, team leadership, and operational management.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and develop nursery staff, including recruitment, training, and performance management, to maintain a positive and productive work culture.
  • Act as a Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring child safety, staff compliance with safeguarding procedures, and regular training to stay updated with legislation.
  • Oversee budget planning, monitor financial performance, and work with the Director on profitability strategies and cost management.
  • Ensure a high-quality curriculum aligned with the EYFS framework; conduct mock Ofsted inspections to ensure preparedness.
  • Manage daily operations, including scheduling, resource allocation, safety protocols, and strategies to increase occupancy through marketing and outreach.
  • Support professional growth through training sessions, effective task delegation, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Develop coverage plans for staff absences to ensure smooth operations, including working in the room if needed.
  • Handle nursery administration, maintain accurate records, manage cleanliness standards, and submit headcount and funding proposals to the local council.
  • Build strong relationships with parents, guardians, and external agencies, maintaining regular communication and support.
  • Promote a nurturing, fun atmosphere by organizing engaging activities and events that align with the EYFS framework.
Requirements:
  • Proven experience as a Nursery Manager or similar role in early childhood education, with a strong understanding of the EYFS framework and Ofsted requirements.
  • Relevant childcare qualification (e.g., Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or equivalent). A management qualification or degree in Early Years Education is advantageous.
  • In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, child protection policies, and designated safeguarding lead experience.
  • Ability to manage budgets, monitor financial performance, and understand cost-saving strategies.
  • Strong team leadership, delegation, and performance management skills to inspire and support a cohesive staff.
  • Excellent organizational skills for managing daily operations, record-keeping, and multitasking.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with staff, parents, and community stakeholders.
  • Passion for delivering high standards in education, safety, and overall nursery operations.
If you’re ready to make a positive impact in early years education and lead a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply today and join Link3 Recruitment

About Link3 Recruitment:

LINK3 is a multi-sector recruitment agency with a specialism in Education, working in alliance with nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools and all other educational establishments. Our dedicated team work hard to understand the individual needs of both staff and clients in order to find the perfect job and candidate.With over 10 years’ combined experience in education and recruitment we have a true passion for progression, personal development and seeing individuals succeed in their chosen careers. We strongly believe that a "Chain is only as strong as its weakest LINK" and our job is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on your team. We are recognised by our personal approach whilst also maintaining the core values of LINK3; Professionalism, Efficiency & Integrity.We commit to quality in everything we do and provide the best candidates, value & service. Our purpose at LINK3 is to make the recruitment process simple, efficient and cost effective for organisations seeking high quality staff. We strive to provide a comprehensive route into employment and training for professionals seeking a thriving new career.LINK3 have a very unique approach to recruitment and procurement by linking together our 3 stages of recruitment;Attraction: Using innovative and creative methods to attract candidates and enhance their performance through further training and CPD.Selection: We take the time to understand your business and identify your specific needs to ensure that we select the right candidate to exceed your expectations.Retention: Providing the best experience possible from the first contact and throughout the entire lifetime of our relationship. For more information please do not hesitate to get in touch.

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