Early Years Manager - Nursery level 6

An opportunity has arisen for a Head of Early Years / Early Years Manager to join a well-established childcare provider with multiple nurseries supporting early years education from birth to school age.

As a Head of Early Years / Early Years Manager, you will provide educational and operational leadership alongside the Nursery Manager, ensuring exceptional standards of care, learning and safeguarding are maintained across the setting.

This full-time role offers a salary range of £39,250 - £45,850 and benefits.

You will be responsible for

? Support the Nursery Manager in the day-to-day operation of the nursery.
? Lead high-quality early years education in line with the EYFS framework and regulatory requirements.
? Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, promoting a strong safeguarding culture and managing safeguarding concerns.
? Maintain child protection records and liaise with external agencies as required.
? Monitor childrens progress and ensure high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
? Lead curriculum development to deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
? Act as SENCO, promoting inclusive practice and working with families and external professionals.
? Build positive partnerships with parents to support childrens learning and development.
? Support staff recruitment, induction, performance management and professional development.


What we are looking for:P

? Previously worked as a Nursery Manager, Childcare Manager, EYFS Manager, Early Years Manager, Head of Nursery, Head of Early Years Practice or in a similar role.
? Previous leadership experience of 2 years within an early years setting.
? Early Years qualification at Level 6, Level 7 or above.
? Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, safeguarding legislation and regulatory requirements.
? Experience of leading high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development.
? Ability to build positive working relationsh