Nursery Leadership and Development Manager

3 days ago


Essex, United Kingdom Early Years Alliance Full time

**Job Summary**

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to fill the position of Early Years Assistant Manager at Northlands Park Nursery in Basildon. As a key member of our nursery management team, you will play a vital role in inspiring and leading the team to deliver high-quality inclusive early years education and care.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have a minimum Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare qualification or equivalent, with post-qualification experience in working in early education and childcare or similar environment. You will be responsible for working as part of the nursery management team to deliver high-quality inclusive early years education and care in line with policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work as part of the nursery management team to inspire and lead the team to deliver high-quality inclusive early years education and care in line with policies and procedures.
  • Be a role model for the wider staff team, modelling sensitive and responsive interaction and extending children's learning.
  • Ensure quality and safety standards are maintained at all times.

What We Offer

The Early Years Alliance offers a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, estimated at £25,000 - £30,000 per year, depending on experience, plus:

  • 100% discount on childcare and early education places (applicable to staff working in our early years settings)
  • Extensive training and career progression planning, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS)
  • The Alliance has invested in FAMLY, reducing paperwork and giving you more time to focus on the children.
  • A generous workplace pension scheme
  • 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional annual leave for long service.
  • Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well-being
  • Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave
  • A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity.
  • Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources.
  • Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets
  • A dedicated mental health First Aider to support your mental well-being

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need a minimum Level 3 Early Years Education and Childcare qualification or equivalent, and post-qualification experience in working in early education and childcare or similar environment. Strong written communication skills and the ability to inspire people to deliver results are also essential.



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