Position: Nursery Manager

Contract Type:
Permanent

Work Schedule:
Full-time (37 hours per week)

As we grow, we are seeking a dedicated Nursery Manager to join our pioneering team at Ark Start Nurseries.

In this position, you will uphold the highest standards of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care for all children entrusted to you.

Your responsibilities will include ensuring the safety and welfare of all children, while fostering an environment that encourages play, learning, and development.

We are particularly interested in candidates who possess a genuine enthusiasm for early childhood education and are keen to advance into leadership roles.

With the necessary skills, creativity, commitment, energy, and enthusiasm for leading educational practices, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our nursery.

Moreover, you will have the chance to extend learning beyond traditional settings, engaging in outdoor activities, cooking, and gardening.

• Encouraging young children to explore and learn about their surroundings through enjoyable games and activities.
• Fostering social awareness through interactions with peers.
• Ensuring that classrooms and outdoor play areas are safe and conducive to child-friendly experiences.
• Maintaining high standards of the nursery at all times for parents, staff, and visitors.
• Keeping accurate records of each child's development and learning journals, sharing this information with parents and guardians.
• Possessing a minimum Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care or an equivalent qualification.
• Having an understanding of child safety, recognizing safeguarding and welfare concerns, and knowing how to take appropriate action.

Our committed team collaborates to ensure that every child enjoys a joyful, engaging, and secure nursery experience, preparing them for a smooth transition to school.

We operate multiple nurseries and aim to broaden our reach in the coming years.

We seek individuals who are passionate about early childhood education and possess the skills, creativity, commitment, and energy to deliver exceptional care at Ark Start.

Compensation: £15 per hour for all roles. We also provide an 11% pension contribution.

Professional Development:
We are dedicated to offering the best growth opportunities for our staff.

Our nurseries close for five days each year to focus on staff training, ensuring that every adult has protected time for training and supervision each week.

We strive to provide clear pathways for career advancement.

Annual Leave:
Staff members receive 25 days of holiday each year, excluding public holidays.

Employee Wellbeing:
We prioritize the wellbeing of our staff. We recognize that while working in a nursery is incredibly rewarding, it can also be challenging. Therefore, we work diligently to ensure that all staff have the necessary support and resources to maintain their wellbeing.

Part of a Larger Network:
Ark Start is part of Ark, a charity dedicated to transforming children's lives through education.

Ark operates a network of schools and charitable initiatives across various locations.

Being part of this network provides our staff with access to extensive opportunities, resources, and support.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

To fulfill this responsibility, we adhere to a rigorous selection process to ensure the suitability of all applicants.

All employees are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

For more information about our commitment to diversity and inclusion, please refer to our official resources.

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