Nursery Manager

<span id="spandesc"><div><p><b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Nursery Room Leader </span></b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></p><p><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Full-Time - Up to 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday - </span><b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">£13.97 per hour  </span></b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></p><p><b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">About Us:</span></b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></p><p><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Dosthill, where we care for children from 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With our spacious garden, forest school sessions, and creative hands-on activities, we provide enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow as part of our dedicated team.<br/></span></p></div><div><br/></div></span><br/><span id="spanreq"><h3>Requirements</h3><div><p><b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Role Overview:</span></b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></p><div><b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">​</span></b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/> As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development 3month - 1year old children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth.</span></div><p><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child’s development.<br/></span></p><p><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role.<br/></span></p><p><b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Essential Qualifications & Skills:</span></b><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></p><ul><li><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential)<br/></span></li><li><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old<br/></span></li><li><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities<br/></span></li><li><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences<br/></span></li><li><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues<br/></span></li><li><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection</span><br/></li></ul></div><div><br/></div></span><br/><span id="spanben"><h3>Benefits</h3><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Why Join Us?</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">· Annual leave: 24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">· Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">· Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">· Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">· Pension: Company pension scheme</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">· Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">· Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">· Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">· Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.</span></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br/></span></div><div style="color:rgb(23, 27, 39); font-family:PuviRegular, sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:400; letter-spacing:normal; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; text-transform:none; widows:2; word-spacing:0px; white-space:normal; background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255)"><i><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Footsteps Nursery Dosthill is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.</span></span></i><br/></div></span><br/>