Careers - Blossoms Day Nursery

Are you a passionate and experienced childcare professional looking for the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an established manager or experienced deputy manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Inspire and motivate a professional childcare team. Lead by example, ensuring high-quality childcare and education, and fostering a positive, nurturing environment.
• Operational Management: Ensure the smooth running of the nursery, ensuring all policies and procedures are followed and that the nursery remains compliant with Ofsted regulations.
• Team Leadership: Support, mentor, and empower staff to maintain high standards of care, learning, and development. Promote teamwork and create a positive working environment.
• Parent Partnership: Build strong, trusting relationships with parents, addressing any concerns and maintaining clear communication regarding their child’s progress and wellbeing.
• Health and Safety: Ensure a safe and stimulating environment, adhering to health and safety regulations, safeguarding children’s welfare, and conducting/overseeing risk assessments.
• Safeguarding and Child protection: As the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the nursery, promote a culture of vigilance in the setting

Qualifications and Experience:

• Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare.
• Previous experience in a management role within a nursery or early years setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and Ofsted requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage, inspire, and support a team.
• A passion for delivering high-quality childcare and creating a nurturing learning environment.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits include:

• Childcare discount
• Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
• Private health insurance through Vitality healthcare
• Company sick pay
• Celebratory and team building events
• Staff recognition rewards

If you are a motivated, caring, and experienced professional who thrives in a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, at least two independent references — including one from the most recent nursery or childcare setting where the candidate worked — and additional overseas criminal record checks where applicable. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll do our best to support you.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent