Nursery Manager

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Job Description

Chapel Grange Montessori Nursery is an independent privately-owned Montessori Nursery located in East Cheshire (SK9 2BU). The nursery is registered for children aged 9 months to five-year olds and adopts the Montessori method of teaching.

Our philosophy is to create a secure, respectful, relaxed, happy, and homely atmosphere for families and children and the staff to work in too.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our nursery as we are currently looking to recruit a Nursery Manager with strong positive management experience to join our friendly and professional team. Our managers are leaders and team motivators, they are always striving for the best practice in childcare and development in line with the Montessori curriculum as well as the statutory requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Requirements:

A strong leader who role models’ good practice and able to direct and support staff

Adaptable to the needs of the nursery and organisation

Ability to build strong nurturing relationships with the nursery team

Able to promote the aims and objectives of the nursery, monitoring and reviewing our provision

Able to use a coaching approach when addressing continuous professional development of staff and plan a training strategy for students, apprentices, and staff.

Provide safe, high quality education and care for Early Years children.

Work alongside parents/carers to achieve full integration within the nursery, liaising with and supporting parents/carers and other family members.

Able to identify the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social developmental needs of all children, including those with special needs, and offering support and relevant developmental opportunities for all children to reach their true potential.

Managing and chairing monthly staff meetings and training sessions.

Managing open days and parent workshops

Ensuring all OFSTED compliance documentation is regularly updated and accurate.

Strong desire to influence positive change.

Good communication skills – written and verbal

Skills and Experience:

Previous experience in a similar role or an experienced Room Leader seeking promotion.

At least level 3 qualification in childcare

Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.

Excellent knowledge of OFSTED standards.

Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.

Good time management skills.

Excellent communication skills.

Strong people management skills.

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

Negotiable depending on experience

Expected start date: September 2021

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

COVID-19 considerations: To keep all members of our nursery community safe we have implemented strict Guidelines on our Operational Procedures and Risk Assessments.

Expected start date: 04/01/2022

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Childcare: 3 years (preferred)