Senior Nursery Manager | Early Years

2 weeks ago


Babbacombe Devon, United Kingdom Tops Day Nurseries Full time €40,000

SENIOR NURSERY MANAGER

Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week/ Full Time

About the Senior Nursery Manager Role

Do you have Early Years Leadership experience and looking for a fresh new challenge?

Are you ready to start a new term in a new setting and put your own stamp on the nursery?

As a Senior Nursery Manager, you’ll help create a safe, educational, and fun environment for the children in our care. You’ll supervise children, ensure their safety, and organize activities such as games, crafts, and educational tasks. While some days might be challenging, you’ll also laugh, have fun, and make lasting memories with our children during one of the most important development stages of their lives

About the Nursery

Tops Babbacombe Nursery is a 50 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Babbacombe Road, Torquay. The nursery runs a number of extra-curricular activities including Hi 5s before school and after school club for school children up to the age of 8, Boogie Mites, and much more

What does the Senior Nursery Manager role involve?

* Demonstrate a solid background in effectively managing nursery settings.

* Communicate excellently to engage with children, staff members, and parents.

* Use creative skills and imagination to provide educational activities that ensure children are happy and learning in a rewarding environment.

* Maintain a positive outlook to keep children happy and build an environment where they feel secure and rewarded.

* Develop and maintain the nursery budget.

* Monitor the condition of the facility and equipment, organizing maintenance, repairs, and new items as required.

* Update parents and carers about their child’s progress and behaviour.

* Prepare the nursery for Ofsted inspections and follow inspector recommendations.

A minimum of a Level 3 Early Years Qualification is required.

* Have a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. 700 Welcome Bonus: We’re excited to have you join us and want to start things off with a warm welcome

Manager Bonus: Your hard work and dedication can lead to unlimited rewards with our superstar uncapped manager bonuses available for achieving improved Ofsted outcomes.

Annual Bonus Scheme: As an Employee-Owned Company, you’ll share in our success. Each May, you’ll have the opportunity to receive a bonus from our profit shares.

Relocation Package: Receive up to £3000 to help make your move as smooth as possible.

Childcare Discount: Enjoy up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries, making it easier for you to balance work and family life.

Flexible Working Options: By working compressed hours, you can enjoy even more time off either work a four-day week every week and gain up to 48 extra days off per year. or, alternatively, work nine days over two weeks, and you’ll receive up to 24 additional days off annually. That’s on top of your standard holiday allowance

Holiday Allowance: Take advantage of 29 days of holiday to relax and recharge.

Exclusive Deals and Discounts: Health and Wellbeing Support: We’ve got you covered with NHS Prescription Charges, Optical Care, and Dental Treatment.

Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.

Why Tops Day Nurseries?

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today’s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment.

As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company’s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We're also proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS which is on the update service. This role involves regulated activity with children.


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